A Man Of The People by Chinua Achebe
The novel explores the political landscape of a fictional African country through the eyes of Odili, a young and idealistic teacher who becomes disillusioned with the corrupt practices of his former mentor, Chief Nanga, a populist politician. As Odili navigates the complexities of power, ambition, and morality, he finds himself entangled in a web of political intrigue and personal vendettas. The story delves into themes of corruption, tradition versus modernity, and the struggle for integrity in a rapidly changing society.
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- Published
- 1966
- Nationality
- Nigerian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
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- Ninety-Nine Novels: The Best in English since 1939 (Anthony Burges (Book))