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πŸ“˜ Efuru by Flora Nwapa

Flora Nwapa’s 1966 novel, the first internationally published book in English by a Nigerian woman, follows the life of Efuru, a beautiful and independent Igbo woman in a small colonial West African village. The story chronicles her pursuit of marriage and motherhood, her tragic inability to raise children, and her eventual spiritual quest to the lake goddess Uhamiri for guidance. Through Efuru’s experiences Nwapa offers a vivid portrait of Nigerian village life, exploring gender roles, personal ambition, and the impact of colonial rule on a patriarchal society.
First publish date: 1966
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Flora Nwapa
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