PUBLISHER: Harper Perennial
GENRES: Fiction Books, Cultural Books
AUTHORS: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
PAGES: 324 pages
ISBN13: 9780007189885
TAGS: Fiction Books, Cultural Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“Purple Hibiscus” is a novel by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. It tells the story of Kambili, a young girl growing up in Nigeria under the oppressive rule of her father, Eugene. Eugene is a wealthy and devout Catholic who rules his household with strict discipline and religious fervor, often resorting to violence to maintain control.
Despite the abuse at home, Kambili and her brother Jaja find solace in their visits to their liberal and outspoken Aunty Ifeoma. Aunty Ifeoma challenges Eugene’s rigid beliefs and encourages Kambili and Jaja to think for themselves, opening their eyes to a world beyond their father’s authority.
As Kambili’s world expands, she begins to question her father’s actions and the values he has imposed on her. When a political crisis erupts in Nigeria, Kambili’s family is forced to confront the consequences of Eugene’s oppressive behavior.
Through Kambili’s coming-of-age journey, “Purple Hibiscus” explores themes of family, freedom, and the impact of colonialism and religion on Nigerian society. It is a poignant and powerful novel that highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
