About “No Loger at Ease”
A novel about a Western-educated Nigerian who struggles to reconcile his education with his tribal upbringing and culture. After returning to Nigeria and securing a position with the Scholarship Board, he faces bribery attempts, initially refuses but later succumbs due to financial hardship and disillusionment, ultimately being caught in a government sting operation.
Awards & honors
Winner — Man Booker International Prize (2007)
Praise for “No Loger at Ease”
“A magical writer—one of the greatest of the twentieth century.”
“African literature is incomplete and unthinkable without the works of Chinua Achebe.”
“Chinua Achebe is gloriously gifted with the magic of an ebullient, generous, great talent.”
Book details
- First published
- 1960
- Latest edition
- 1960 · ISBN 9780385474559
- Pages
- 194
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is No Loger at Ease?
No Loger at Ease by Chinua Achebe has 194 pages.
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