Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a Nigerian author. Her work includes novels, short stories, poetry, a screenplay, a memoir, and nonfiction, and has been translated into over thirty languages. TIME Magazine named her one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2015, and Fortune Magazine named her one of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders in 2017.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Half Of A Yellow Sun
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David Nwoye Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Grandfather
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Half Of A Yellow Sun
Against the backdrop of the Biafran war to establish the independence of Nigeria, the life of five people is dramatically upended, and their ideals and personal loyalties tested. The novel follows young Ugwu, the revolutionary professor Odenigbo, the beautiful Olanna, her twin sister Kainene, and Richard, the Englishman who is enthralled with her, as they navigate the violence and tragedy of their time.
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