The Joys of Motherhood

"Half of a Yellow Sun" is a powerful portrayal of a woman's life in Nigeria during the civil war. It follows Nnu Ego, who is sent away to Lagos to become a mother, and faces challenges and changes in her family's fortunes and way of life. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's sparkling intelligence and intimate insight into working-class colonial Nigeria make it a must-read.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

A scorching portrayal of a woman's life, Bernardine Evaristo's novel "God, When Will You Create a Woman Who Will Be Fulfilled in Herself, a Full Human Being, Not Anybody's Appendage?" delves into the complexities of female identity and the struggle for fulfillment. The female protagonist, Nnu Ego, faces numerous challenges as she navigates the expectations of her Ibo village and the demands of a new husband in Lagos. Despite her inability to conceive in her first marriage, Nnu finds success in becoming a mother, but this achievement is threatened by a war unfolding thousands of miles away. In a world where motherhood is revered and valued above all else, Nnu questions what will be left for her at the end of this relentless pursuit.

"God, When Will You Create a Woman Who Will Be Fulfilled in Herself, a Full Human Being, Not Anybody's Appendage?" is a powerful exploration of gender roles, societal expectations, and the search for self-fulfillment. Through Nnu's journey, Evaristo sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of women in a colonial society, challenging the notion that fulfillment can only be achieved through motherhood. The novel's sparkling intelligence and intimate insight into working-class colonial Nigeria add depth and richness to the narrative, making it a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature and the complexities of human identity.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241578131