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Judith Illsley Gleason

This Africa: Novels by West Africans in English and French

This Africa: Novels by West Africans in English and French

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This Africa is a literary history and survey of West African novels, exploring seventeen French and eight English novels and developing a framework of literary criticism. Authors studied include Chinua Achebe, Cyprian Ekwensi, Mongo Beti, and Camara Layer.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2019
Publisher: Northwestern University Press

This comprehensive exploration of African literature delves into both the literary history and the rich tapestry of West African novels. Author Gleason meticulously examines seventeen French and eight English novels, crafting a comprehensive framework of literary criticism that encompasses diverse aspects such as the conqueror, the hero, urban life, village life, and personal identity. The works of renowned authors like Chinua Achebe, Cyprian Ekwensi, Mongo Beti, and Camara Laye are intricately analyzed, shedding light on their profound contributions to African literature. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Gleason offers readers a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances of African storytelling, providing a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.

This comprehensive exploration of African literature delves into both the literary history and the rich tapestry of West African novels. Author Gleason meticulously examines seventeen French and eight English novels, crafting a comprehensive framework of literary criticism that encompasses diverse aspects such as the conqueror, the hero, urban life, village life, and personal identity. The works of renowned authors like Chinua Achebe, Cyprian Ekwensi, Mongo Beti, and Camara Laye are intricately analyzed, shedding light on their profound contributions to African literature. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Gleason offers readers a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances of African storytelling, providing a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 165 x 789 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780810139510

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