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Things Fall Apart
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January 11, 2016
Why we're reading this
Another book recommended by my son, that I planned to read this year.

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Claire Talbot
Dec 30, 2015 rated it really liked it
An interesting book that my son wanted me to read. Written by an African author, it tells the story of an African village elder, Okonkwo, who is a traditional tribal male. He Is the son of a lazy, musical, and disrespected father, who has worked his way up to be a man of his village. Okonkwo is a good provider, a warrior, champion wrestler, and has three wives. His own eldest son, Nwoye, turns out to be a disappointment to him, and in time his empire begins to crumble due to several factors. Aft ...more
Bridget
Sep 17, 2013 rated it it was ok
Anne Brown
Sep 22, 2015 rated it did not like it
Robin Benoit
Sep 07, 2017 marked it as to-read
Cortney
Aug 03, 2018 marked it as to-read
Kate
Oct 01, 2018 rated it it was amazing