Purple Hibiscus
Description
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's debut novel, *Purple Hibiscus*, is a powerful coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of post-colonial Nigeria. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of 15-year-old Kambili Achike, offering a poignant exploration of a privileged family's struggle with religious fundamentalism, domestic abuse, and political unrest. As Kambili and her brother Jaja are sent to live with their free-spirited aunt, they discover a world of intellectual freedom and cultural richness that starkly contrasts with the oppressive silence of their own home. This novel masterfully weaves themes of faith, identity, and the courage to break free from tyranny, showcasing Adichie's signature lyrical prose and keen insight into the complexities of Nigerian society.
Available Editions
audiobook
Recorded Books, Inc. and Blackstone Publishing
Published Jun 28, 2004
1 pages
ISBN: 9781664444386
paperback
HarperCollins UK
Published Jan 1, 2005
340 pages
ISBN: 9780007189885
paperback
Algonquin Books
Published Apr 17, 2012
321 pages
ISBN: 9781616202415
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
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