Overview
Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart is a seminal work of world literature and postcolonial thought. Set in pre-colonial Nigeria, the novel follows Okonkwo, a respected Igbo warrior whose personal struggles and cultural traditions are upended by the arrival of British colonialists and Christian missionaries. Achebe’s masterful storytelling lays bare the impact of cultural collision and colonial disruption, offering a powerful lens through which to examine history, identity, and power.
Widely taught in high school and college classrooms, Things Fall Apart provides rich opportunities for interdisciplinary study, connecting literature with global studies, African history, sociology, and political science. Achebe’s work fosters important conversations about resistance, masculinity, tradition, and the legacy of imperialism.
Ideal for Literature and Global Studies Programs:
- A cornerstone of postcolonial literature and multicultural curriculum
- Promotes global awareness and critical discussion on colonialism and cultural identity
- Frequently used in AP Literature and IB World Literature courses
- Perfect for high school and college reading groups, seminars, and cross-curricular study
- Offers accessible prose with layered, thought-provoking themes
- Bulk availability ensures access for full classrooms, departments, or cohort groups
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