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Things Fall Apart (Modern Critical Interpretations Series)
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Things Fall Apart (Modern Critical Interpretations Series) Paperback - 2002

by Chinua Achebe


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In his debut novel, Chinua Achebe challenges our written perspective of history and portrays the devastating influence of colonization in late 19th century Nigeria.  Things Fall Apart explores one man's futile resistance to the devaluing of his Igbo traditions by British political and religious forces and his despair as his community capitulates to the powerful new order. The story follows Okonkwo, a man known for his fierce heart and physical strength, as he navigates his personal demons and his ability to protect those that he loves during the upcoming face of destruction. It is a conflict of both his personal identity as a traditionally masculine protector, as well as the desperate struggle to retain freedom.

Things Fall Apart has been translated in over 60 different languages, remaining a powerful influence to individuals worldwide and one of the first African novels written in English to receive global critical acclaim. The title of the novel comes from William Butler Yeats' poem "The Second Coming".

From the publisher

This series presents the most important criticism on major 20th century poems, novels and dramas of the Western literary tradition. Each book contains numerous critical essays on the work by noted scholars and critics.

First Edition Identification

William Heinemann Ltd., published a First UK Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1958, London. The edition is bound by red cloth boards and gilt lettering on the spine. 


Astor-Honor/Obolensky published a First US Edition, First Printing in 1959, New York. This particular edition has a dust jacket designed by Ronald Clyne. 


William Heinemann Ltd., published a First UK Edition, Second Impression hardcover in 1962, London. The edition is characterized by its orange cloth boards, and gilt lettering on the spine. The original dust jacket was designed with C. W. Bacon, and the illustrations were created by Dennis Carabine. 


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  • Title Things Fall Apart (Modern Critical Interpretations Series)
  • Author Chinua Achebe
  • Binding Paperback
  • Publisher Chelsea House Publications, U.S.A.
  • Date January 2002
  • ISBN 9780791071717
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