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Things Fall Apart (African Writers Series) (French Edition)
by Achebe, Chinua
- Used
- Condition
- Used - Good
- ISBN 10
- 0435913506
- ISBN 13
- 9780435913502
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About This Item
Heinemann. Used - Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
Synopsis
In his debut novel, Chinua Achebe challenges our written perspective of history and portrays the devastating influence of colonization in late 19th century Nigeria. Things Fall Apart explores one man's futile resistance to the devaluing of his Igbo traditions by British political and religious forces and his despair as his community capitulates to the powerful new order. The story follows Okonkwo, a man known for his fierce heart and physical strength, as he navigates his personal demons and his ability to protect those that he loves during the upcoming face of destruction. It is a conflict of both his personal identity as a traditionally masculine protector, as well as the desperate struggle to retain freedom. Things Fall Apart has been translated in over 60 different languages, remaining a powerful influence to individuals worldwide and one of the first African novels written in English to receive global critical acclaim. The title of the novel comes from William Butler Yeats' poem "The Second Coming".
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- Bookseller
- Wonder Book
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- B10O-00740
- Title
- Things Fall Apart (African Writers Series) (French Edition)
- Author
- Achebe, Chinua
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0435913506
- ISBN 13
- 9780435913502
- Publisher
- Heinemann
- This edition first published
- 2008-09
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