Agbaje, Foluso
The Parlour Wife
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008654719
- author:
- Agbaje, Foluso
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperCollins Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 2.4 x 12.9 x 12.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
In 1939, Lagos is plunged into turmoil as World War Two breaks out. For Kehinde, a young Nigerian woman, this change sends shockwaves through her family and forces her to re-evaluate her life. With her dreams of writing put on hold, Kehinde is forced to take on a new role as the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi. However, she finds solace in her work at a small market and her involvement with the Lagos Market Women's Association, fighting for the rights of women threatened by British rule. As Kehinde navigates the challenges of war and societal expectations, she must confront the consequences of her choices and the limitations placed upon her. Will she find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos, or will she remain trapped by the conventions of her time? A poignant and powerful debut, The Parlour Wife sheds light on the often-overlooked role of Nigeria in World War Two, offering a poignant story of self-discovery and autonomy.
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