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Quote by Chinua Achebe

“An old woman is always uneasy when dry bones are mentioned in a proverb”

Quote by Chinua Achebe

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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

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