West Africa
Nigeria
Post-colonial
English
Fiction
The story of Okonkwo, an Igbo warrior and leader who witnesses the arrival of Christian missionaries and British colonialism, ultimately leading to the disintegration of traditional Igbo society.
Literary Significance
Considered one of the most important African novels, translated into over 50 languages
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editorial-summarynot primary textThe story of Okonkwo, an Igbo warrior and leader who witnesses the arrival of Christian missionaries and British colonialism, ultimately leading to the disintegration of traditional Igbo society. Considered one of the most important African novels, translated into over 50 languages
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