“You cannot plant greatness as you plant yams or maize. Who ever planted an iroko tree — the greatest tree in the forest? You may collect all the iroko seeds in the world, open the soil and put them there. It will be in vain. The great tree chooses where to grow and we find it there, so it is with the greatness in men.”
This novel delves into the life of a young man navigating the complexities of post-colonial Nigeria, examining his journey as he grapples with issues of identity, ambition, and the expectations placed upon him by society. more
Nigerian novelist, poet, literary critic, widely regarded as one of the greatest African writers of the 20th century. Chinua Achebe is known for his profound insights into colonialism and African culture, with works such as 'Things Fall Apart' and 'Arrow of God'. more
“When a new saying gets to the land of empty men, they lose their heads over it.”
“Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence.”
“Travellers with closed minds can tell us little except about themselves”
“If a child washed his hands, he could eat with kings.”
“Let the kite perch and let the eagle perch too – If one says no to the other, let his wing break.”
“Nigeria is what it is because its leaders are not what they should be.”
“A man who does not lick his lips, can he blame the harmattan for drying them?”