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Yes, he is a tragic hero, because like many other tragic heroes he has a flaw and because of that flaw or weakness he suffered tragedies and then a tragic death. His main flaw stems from the fear of being like his father: a lazy, social, drunkard debtor. He cannot display his emotions because he doesn't want to look weak or effeminate, and when he does show any emotion, it is an uncontrollable rage.

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For what is Chinua Achebe known for?

Chinua Achebe, born on 16 November, 1930 was a Nigerian novelist, professor and critic. Chinua was most known for his first novel Things Fall Apart, which is the most read book in modern African literature.


What is the publishing company for Things fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?

Things Fall Apart was originally published in London.


What Style of writing has Chinua Achebe used to write Things Fall Apart?

Things Fall Apart is a book that centers around a tribesman named Okonkwo, in a Nigerian village called Umuofia. Okonkwo struggles to become a great tribesman, attempting to escape his lazy father's shadow. He then struggles to deal with exile after accidentally killing a man. Later the book discusses his and the villages' struggle with the European influence.


Who did chinua achebe write things fall apart for?

Chinua Achebe wrote "Things Fall Apart" primarily for a Nigerian audience, aiming to provide a nuanced portrayal of Igbo culture and traditions in the face of colonialism. He sought to challenge the Western narratives that often depicted African societies as primitive or uncivilized. By telling the story of Okonkwo, Achebe intended to highlight the complexities of African identity and the impact of European colonization on indigenous communities. Ultimately, the novel serves both as a cultural affirmation and a critique of colonial power dynamics.


What do guns represent in Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?

The guns are guns, perhaps rifles.

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How is Okonkwo a respected warrior in Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?

Okonkwo has killed 5 men in wars.


What are okonkwo's children names?

Okonkwo's children in Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart" are Nwoye, Ezinma, and Ikemefuna.


How much time passes from the marriage to the end of the story by chinua achebe?

From the marriage of Okonkwo's daughter in Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart" to the end of the story, approximately seven years pass. This period covers the arrival of the Christian missionaries, the conversion of some clan members, the destruction of the clan's traditions and ultimately, Okonkwo's tragic demise.


What does Okonkwo do?

If you are speaking of the footballer, Okonkwo plays soccer. It you are speaking of the character in Things Fall Apart, and referenced in No Longer at Ease by Chinua Achebe, Okonkwo was a wrestler, farmer, warrior, and lover.


What district did okonkwo live in?

Okonkwo lived in the fictional district of Umuofia in Nigeria in Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart." Umuofia is known for its traditional customs, rituals, and proud warrior culture.


What is an interesting book by Chinua Achebe?

Things Fall Apart could be considered an interesting book by Chinua Achebe.


How does Okonkwo compare himself to his father in Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe?

Okonkwo considers himself more 'manly' than his father. That is, he is a great warrior, farmer, and wrestler whom is a well-respected villager.


What style of writing does Chinua Achebe use in things fall apart?

Chinua Achebe uses an impartial third person narration.


Who was adopted by Okonkwo?

Ikemefuna was the boy who was adopted by Okonkwo in Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart. He was taken in by Okonkwo's family as part of a peace settlement between their village and a neighboring one.


Where was Okonkwo buried?

Okonkwo would likely be buried in the Evil Forest, as he desecrated his body by hanging himself.


When did Chinua Achebe die?

Yes, Chinua Achebe died on March 21, 2013


For what is Chinua Achebe known for?

Chinua Achebe, born on 16 November, 1930 was a Nigerian novelist, professor and critic. Chinua was most known for his first novel Things Fall Apart, which is the most read book in modern African literature.