“Age was respected among his people, but achievement was revered. As the elders said, if a child washed his hands he could eat with kings.”
Quote by Chinua Achebe
Author
Chinua Achebe
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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