Amos Tutola

Amos Tutuola was a Nigerian writer famous for his books based on Yoruba folk tales. His most notable work is 'The Palm-Wine Drinkard', which brought him international acclaim.

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  1. 1. The Palm-Wine Drinkard

    and His Dead Palm-Wine Tapster in the Dead's Town

    This novel follows the story of a man from Nigeria who is addicted to palm wine. After his tapster (the man who taps palm trees to make his wine) dies, he embarks on a journey into the spirit world to find him. Along the way, he encounters a host of supernatural beings and experiences a series of bizarre and thrilling adventures. The book is a unique blend of Yoruba folktales, surrealism, and fantasy.

    The 859th Greatest Book of All Time
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