Elechi Amadi The Man and His Work 2nd Edition by Ebele Eko ISBN 9782081000 978-9782081001

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ISBN 10: 9782081000

ISBN 13: 978-9782081001

Author: Ebele Eko

 Signed first printing in orignal publisher blue buckram binding. Signed by Ebele Eko directly on the title-page. The first book length study of Elechi Amadi, one of the founding generation of African author’s who wrote in English. Amadi is most widely known for his book, The Concubine and is arguably the most famous author to hail from Nigeria. Housed in original publisher pink dust jacket that features the image of Amadi on the front panel. Slight foxing. Slight wear to DJ edges and head and foot of spine. While well represented in Institutional holdings, this book is very rare on the collector market.

Elechi Amadi The Man and His Work 2nd Table of contents:

Introduction

• Overview of Elechi Amadi’s Life and Career

• The Importance of Amadi’s Work in Nigerian Literature

• Analyzing Amadi’s Unique Narrative Voice and Style

Part I: Early Life and Influences

1. Elechi Amadi: A Biography

   • Childhood and Early Years in Nigeria

   • Educational Background and Early Influences

   • The Socio-political Landscape of Nigeria During His Formative Years

2. Cultural and Traditional Influences

   • The Role of Nigerian Traditions and Myths in Shaping Amadi’s Work

   • The Influence of Oral Tradition and Storytelling in His Writing

   • Amadi’s Relationship with His Ijaw Heritage and Nigerian Identity

Part II: Literary Contributions

3. The Concubine: Themes and Analysis

   • A Close Reading of The Concubine as Amadi’s Signature Novel

   • Key Themes: Love, Fate, Sacrifice, and Social Constraints

   • Character Development and Symbolism in The Concubine

4. The Great Ponds: A Study in Complexities

   • Exploration of the Political and Social Dynamics in The Great Ponds

   • The Role of Leadership, Power, and Conflict in Amadi’s Writing

   • The Significance of Water and Ponds as Metaphors

5. Other Works: A Survey

   • An Overview of Amadi’s Other Novels, Short Stories, and Plays

   • Examining Lesser-Known Works and Their Contributions to African Literature

   • The Role of Non-Fiction and Critical Essays in His Legacy

Part III: Amadi’s Style and Themes

6. Thematic Exploration

   • Tradition vs. Modernity: Amadi’s Critique of Social Change

   • The Role of Women and Gender in Amadi’s Works

   • The Interplay of Superstition, Religion, and Rationality

7. Literary Style and Technique

   • Narrative Structure and Pacing in Amadi’s Novels

   • Language, Dialogue, and Realism: The Use of Nigerian Pidgin and English

   • The Use of Symbolism, Allegory, and Myth in His Writing

Part IV: Legacy and Influence

8. Amadi’s Influence on Nigerian and African Literature

   • The Reception of Amadi’s Work in Nigeria and Beyond

   • Amadi’s Impact on the Post-colonial Literary Canon

   • Connections Between Amadi’s Works and Other Prominent African Writers

9. The Role of Elechi Amadi in African Intellectual Movements

   • Amadi’s Views on African Identity and the Role of Literature in Society

   • His Contributions to African Political Discourse through Fiction

10. Amadi’s Place in World Literature

    • The Universal Themes in Amadi’s Writing

    • The Global Reception of Amadi’s Work in the Context of World Literature

Conclusion

• Reflecting on Elechi Amadi’s Legacy in Literature

• The Enduring Relevance of His Works in the Contemporary Literary Scene

• Amadi’s Contributions to the Understanding of Nigerian and African Life and Culture

Appendices

• Appendix A: Timeline of Elechi Amadi’s Life and Major Works

• Appendix B: Interviews and Personal Reflections on Amadi’s Life and Work

• Selected Bibliography of Works by and about Elechi Amadi

• Index

 

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