Chinua Achebe
Collected Poems
- ISBN 13:
- 9781857548433
- author:
- Chinua Achebe
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Carcanet Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 84
- Dimensions:
- 217mm / 136mm
- Genre:
- Poetry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Chinua Achebe's Collected Poems is a rich and diverse collection of poetry that spans his lifetime. Drawing on three previous collections, this edition includes seven previously unpublished poems, offering a unique insight into the poet's work. The poems themselves are marked by irony, generosity, and tenderness, drawing deep on Achebe's Igbo traditions and confronting the harsh realities of war, exploitation, and cultural heritage. Achebe's poetry is a testament to his engagement with politics, culture, and identity, revealing a poet who is both deeply rooted in tradition and forward-thinking in his vision for the future. This collection provides a unique opportunity for readers to explore the poet's work in depth, and to gain a deeper understanding of his place within the literary canon. With 84 pages of poetry, this paperback edition is an accessible and affordable way to experience Achebe's remarkable body of work.
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