“I wonder Why The Nobel prize for literature is denied to Achebe?”
“Things fall apart is a classic from Africa. it epitomizes th struggle between a colonial culture and the indigenous culture of Nigeria......how far do u agree? ”
“A Classic. This is one of my favourite novels and have read it so many times and anytime I read it - it give me better meaning and understanding. The interference of the West in countries is still tatamount today and much worse - the divide and rule political division is present everywhere but it makes me wonder will things ever change? I wonder. Mr Achebe's book Things Fall Apart is refreshing and very reflective. It is a Great READ and I love it. The Follow up of Things Fall Apart is another great read - called No Longer At Ease - just beautiful.”
“I had to read this book for school. It was better than the other stuff we had to read. I liked it! ”
“Chinua Achebe captures the true essence of 'Africanism' as we have come to know it today.His stories are all very entertaining especially the world acclaimed THINGS FALL APART. Great Read!!!”
“Western influences also created self-hate and oppression that is continuing to destroy most groups of people on this earth. The barbaric influences of westerners have created more undermining situations than any listed in this book.”
“the following comment is a reply to dig d's comment posted 3weeks ago.”
“Great African novel a classic to say the least. Not surprised that some people would want to gorge or gauge their eyes out... you have to open your mind to the experience of a different culture to appreciate it if you are not weaned on "coco yam and cola nut". The book is about the inevitability of change... the lone tale of a man who struggled so hard to make a name in the old order only to find that a new reality was in place of his cherished traditions. I agree with brandy c that there is no white guilt here at all only African truth and reality... if you take every line at face value you could miss the point in the novel and the use of poetry, African imagery and proverbs (the sun shines on those who stand under it before it shines on those who kneel under it’) robs many a reader of the chance to appreciate the story - but again that’s the beauty of it all... Chinua Achebe captures the African experience like only a few can.... no fast cars and the neon lights we are all so familiar with. Nice read and I would recommend it any time.”
“I didn't get into this book until about 100 pages in. One of the characters started talking about African folk tales and I just loved that part. From there the main character began to develop more so I enjoyed the book. Overall, the ending just made the book worth reading.”
