Things Fall Apart, No Longer At Ease, Arrow Of God – The African Trilogy That Redefined Storytelling

Title: The African Trilogy: Things Fall Apart, No Longer At Ease, Arrow of God
Genre: African Literature, Historical Fiction
Author: Chinua Achebe

Description:
The African Trilogy is a collection of Chinua Achebe’s three seminal novels—Things Fall Apart, No Longer at Ease, and Arrow of God. These novels explore the rich cultural traditions and turbulent history of Nigeria during the colonial period and beyond. Achebe masterfully depicts the clash between traditional African values and the imposition of Western beliefs, revealing the profound impact of colonialism on individual lives and entire communities.

1. Things Fall Apart: The first novel in the trilogy, it tells the story of Okonkwo, a respected leader in the Igbo community, whose life unravels as his village confronts the disruptive influence of British colonial rule and Christian missionaries.

2. No Longer at Ease: The second novel follows Obi Okonkwo, the grandson of Okonkwo from Things Fall Apart. After receiving a Western education, Obi returns to Nigeria, where he struggles to reconcile his new identity with the traditional expectations of his family and society.

3. Arrow of God: The final book centers on Ezeulu, a chief priest caught between the conflicting interests of his people and the British administration, leading to a dramatic and tragic confrontation.

This trilogy not only captures the essence of Nigerian history and tradition but also reflects the broader African experience during a period of great upheaval and transformation.