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Chinua Achebe brings together two powerful essays in this collection. In “An Image of Africa,” he attacks Joseph Conrad’s depiction of Africa as a racist and argues that Conrad’s *Heart of Darkness* reinforces harmful stereotypes of black people. “The Trouble with Nigeria” is a scathing critique of the country’s political and social conditions, exposing systemic injustices and expressing Achebe’s frustration with his homeland. Combining sharp literary criticism with socio‑political analysis, the book offers a critical perspective on colonial literature, racism, and the complexities of Nigerian identity.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Politics & Government/Political Theory
Authors: Chinua Achebe
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