Ake by Wole Soyinda

Ake by Wole Soyinda

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The first volume of Wole Soyinka's acclaimed series of autobiographical works. This vivid, exuberant book is the author's account of his childhood in colonial Nigeria. Soyinka's rich and evocative prose tells the tales of his schooldays and adventures, recollecting fears and dangers.

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Ake by Wole Soyinda

The first volume of Wole Soyinka's acclaimed series of autobiographical works. This vivid, exuberant book is the author's account of his childhood in colonial Nigeria. Soyinka's rich and evocative prose tells the tales of his schooldays and adventures, recollecting fears and dangers, and always sensitive to the surprises of childhood. Days full of discoveries, excitement, the presence of spirits and the tribal rituals of his colourful family - including his father - are lovingly recalled.
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ISBN 13 9780413751904
ISBN 10 0413751902
Title Ake
Author Wole Soyinda
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Methuen Publishing Ltd
Year published 2000-10-05
Number of pages 236
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.