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Ake: The Years of Childhood (Paperback)

by Wole Soyinka (Author)
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  • Paperback: 236 pages
  • Publisher: Methuen Publishing Ltd; New edition edition (5 Oct 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0413751902
  • ISBN-13: 978-0413751904
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13.2 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 74,530 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The first volume of Wole Soyinka's acclaimed series of autobiographical works. This vivid, exuberant book is the author's account of his childhood in colonial Nigeria. Soyinka's rich and evocative prose tells the tales of his schooldays and adventures, recollecting fears and dangers, and always sensitive to the surprises of childhood. Days full of discoveries, excitement, the presence of spirits and the tribal rituals of his colourful family - including his father - are lovingly recalled.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling and delightful!, 17 April 2001
By alannahw@hotmail.com (Cape Town, South Africa residing in London, UK) - See all my reviews
Soyinka brings to life the memories of childhood in a small village. His vivid memories are enchanting and he makes you want to relive childhood just so that you can have the chance to recreate your memories with the colour, vivacity and innocence that he has presented. When reading his thoughts as a small boy one can see the logic in his questions and observations with such clarity that tears from giggling pour down your face! It makes one wonder why we don't have such unhindered reason as adults.

Through his young eyes, Soyinka also weaves into the story the importance of the role of the people in bringing about change in the their country. Even though his reports are intended to be the views of child it is obvious that he was very aware of what was happening around him.

Soyinka tells his story with honesty, insight and never ending humour. A truly enlightening, enthralling and delightful book.

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