Ama Ata Aidoo
Changes: a Love Story
- ISBN 13:
- 9781558610651
- author:
- Ama Ata Aidoo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Feminist Press at T.H.E. City University of New York
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1993
- Pages:
- 196
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ama Ata Aidoo's novel explores the complex lives of women in modern African society. Esi Sekyi, a postgraduate with a career in data analysis, makes a bold decision to divorce her husband after enduring marital rape. Her choice sparks confusion among those around her, but she holds fast to her conviction. As Esi navigates her new reality, she finds herself entangled in a web of problems, including a complicated love affair with a married man. Aidoo's witty and compelling prose sheds light on the intricate struggles faced by women worldwide. This thought-provoking novel is a powerful exploration of modern African womanhood. In this edition, Ama Ata Aidoo's work is contextualized by an afterword that highlights her significance as a writer and her contribution to feminist literature.