Home and Exile

Home and Exile (Paperback)

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বইটি বিদেশি প্রকাশনী বা সাপ্লাইয়ারের নিকট থেকে সংগ্রহ করে আনতে আমাদের ৩০ থেকে ৪০ কর্মদিবস সময় লেগে যেতে পারে।

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"Home and Exile" by Chinua Achebe is a powerful autobiographical essay collection that reflects on the complexities of African identity, colonization, and the role of literature in shaping cultural narratives. Achebe, a renowned Nigerian author, shares his personal experiences growing up in colonial Nigeria and his journey as a writer advocating for the authentic representation of African life and history.
The book is divided into three essays that discuss the impact of European colonization on African societies and how African writers have worked to reclaim their stories from the distortions of Western literature. Achebe critiques the Eurocentric portrayal of Africa as a primitive, chaotic continent, as seen in works like Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness. He argues that such depictions have long perpetuated stereotypes and justified colonial domination.
In Home and Exile, Achebe reflects on his own efforts to counter these narratives by writing novels like Things Fall Apart, which portray the richness of African culture and history. He underscores the significance of storytelling in shaping national identity and recovering a sense of pride and dignity for African people. Achebe also emphasizes the importance of African writers using their own voices to tell their stories and correct misconceptions.
Overall, the book serves as a critique of colonialism and its lingering effects on African identity while offering a call for a new generation of African writers to continue challenging the cultural hegemony of the West. It's a profound exploration of the power of literature in shaping cultural and historical understanding.
Title Home and Exile
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ISBN 9780385721332
Edition Reprint Edition, 2001
Number of Pages 132
Country India
Language English

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