Things Fall Apart: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Things Fall Apart is the debut novel by Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, first published in 1958. It depicts pre-colonial life in the southeastern part of Nigeria and the arrival of Europeans during the late 19th century. It is seen as the archetypal modern African novel in English, and one of the first to receive global critical acclaim. It is a staple book in schools throughout Africa and is widely read and studied in English-speaking countries around the world. The novel was first published in the UK in 1962 by William Heinemann Ltd, and became the first work published in Heinemann's African Writers Series.
Quick facts about Things Fall Apart
- Title: Things Fall Apart
- Author: Chinua Achebe
- First published: 1958
- Genre: 20th century literature, christianity, masculinity
- OpenLibrary ID: OL891786W
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Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Things Fall Apart is the debut novel by Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, first published in 1958.
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Things Fall Apart was written by Chinua Achebe.
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Things Fall Apart was first published in 1958.
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