In his mind, he could see the ravages of war: destruction, … - Chinua Achebe

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In his mind, he could see the ravages of war: destruction, suffering, hunger, and the grotesque faces of men turned beasts by the bitterness of combat.

Chinua Achebe

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About Chinua Achebe

Chinua Achebe (November 16, 1930 – March 21, 2013) was a Nigerian novelist, poet, and critic. His first novel, Things Fall Apart (1958), is the most widely read book in modern African literature.

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Alternative Names: Albert Chinualumogu Achebe • Albert Chinụalụmọgụ Achebe

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