Achebe, Chinua
No Longer at Ease
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141191553
- author:
- Achebe, Chinua
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.6 x 1.4 cm
- Genre:
- Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Obi Okonkwo returns to Nigeria after completing his education in Britain, bringing with him a job in the civil service. However, he soon finds that the country's government is plagued by corruption and backhand deals. As Obi navigates his new role, he must resist the temptation of easy money and confront the disapproval of his parents when he falls in love with an unsuitable girl. This novel marks a turning point in Achebe's trilogy, which explores the impact of colonialism on three generations of an African community. With its nuanced portrayal of cultural limbo and disillusionment, No Longer at Ease is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of post-colonial Nigeria, this book offers a powerful and poignant commentary on the challenges faced by individuals and communities in the face of rapid change.
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