Heinemann. Very Good. 1986. Paperback. 0435909886 . Trade Paperback in Very Good++ condition, the binding is tight and the pages are clean with age tanning to the page edges. One name written on the top of the front free end paper. Moderate cover wear. "The story of Okonkwo, an important man in the Obi tribe, in the days when white men were first appearing on the scene. This novel tells of the series of events by which Okonkwo, through his pride and his fears, becomes exiled from the tribe." ; B&W Illustrations, B&W Photographs; 7.64 X 4.96 X 0.47 inches; 152 pages .

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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: Bytown Bookery (CA)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 18812
Title: Things Fall Apart
Author: Achebe, Chinua
Illustrator: Uche Okeke
Format/Binding: Paperback
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
ISBN 10: 0435909886
ISBN 13: 9780435909888
Publisher: Heinemann
Place of Publication: Westport, Connecticut, U.s.a.
Date Published: 1986
Keywords: 0435909886, Language Arts & Disciplines,, Race Relations, Nigeria
Bookseller catalogs: Literary Citicism; Language;

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