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Ake
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Aké: The Years of Childhood is a memoir by Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka.
It chronicles his early years in the town of Aké, Nigeria, offering a vivid portrayal of his family, community, and the cultural landscape of the time.
Soyinka recounts his experiences growing up in a Christian household, his encounters with traditional Yoruba beliefs, and his early exposure to social and political issues.
The memoir captures the innocence and curiosity of childhood while also providing insights into the complexities of colonial Nigeria.
Through rich storytelling and evocative imagery, Soyinka paints a portrait of a young boy's journey of self-discovery amidst a backdrop of cultural and political change.
It chronicles his early years in the town of Aké, Nigeria, offering a vivid portrayal of his family, community, and the cultural landscape of the time.
Soyinka recounts his experiences growing up in a Christian household, his encounters with traditional Yoruba beliefs, and his early exposure to social and political issues.
The memoir captures the innocence and curiosity of childhood while also providing insights into the complexities of colonial Nigeria.
Through rich storytelling and evocative imagery, Soyinka paints a portrait of a young boy's journey of self-discovery amidst a backdrop of cultural and political change.
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876: Bigger Than Me
Mentioned by speaker 2 when describing a passage about one of the chiefs running into his mother's shop.
876: Bigger Than Me
