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A review by aguiarbibs
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
5.0
it is not only an amazing story but an important discussion around culture, race and perception.
Ifem and Obinze have different experiences in different countries but both are important and representative of how life can turn differently for people with the same background.
obviously, the main message is the portrayal of racism and the thinly veiled discrimination that happens in various ways but is nevertheless present. wether in america, england or even within nigeria.
it doesn't limit itself to critisising the "others" but also people from the within - which i believe is important in showing how we sometimes work in ways that end up hurting ourselves, whether because of ignorance or sheer stubborness.
great book, excellent insight, superb commentary around an extremely compeling story about people navigating their lives.
Ifem and Obinze have different experiences in different countries but both are important and representative of how life can turn differently for people with the same background.
obviously, the main message is the portrayal of racism and the thinly veiled discrimination that happens in various ways but is nevertheless present. wether in america, england or even within nigeria.
it doesn't limit itself to critisising the "others" but also people from the within - which i believe is important in showing how we sometimes work in ways that end up hurting ourselves, whether because of ignorance or sheer stubborness.
great book, excellent insight, superb commentary around an extremely compeling story about people navigating their lives.