Purple Hibiscus
Purple Hibiscus
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Alicia Keys
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Purple Hibiscus

Purple Hibiscus

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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In the evocative and deeply moving novel "Purple Hibiscus," Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie weaves a tale of growth, rebellion, and the quest for freedom within the confines of a tyrannical household. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous Nigeria, the story is narrated by fifteen-year-old Kambili, whose life with her older brother Jaja is outwardly enviable. They reside in a grandiose home, attend an elite missionary school, and are the children of a charismatic yet despotic father, whose strict adherence to his religious beliefs casts a long, oppressive shadow over their existence. This suffocating environment is all they know until an unexpected visit to their aunt's vibrant and liberal home introduces them to a world where laughter fills the air, and conversation sparks unbidden, revealing the stark contrast to the silence they are accustomed to. Adichie masterfully explores the themes of family, faith, and the fraught journey towards self-discovery through Kambili's poignant voice. As the country reels from the effects of a military coup, the siblings' eyes are opened to the possibilities of life beyond their father's rigid control. The lush Nigerian setting, rich with the scents of curry and nutmeg, and the symbolic purple hibiscus, serves as a backdrop for this compelling narrative of resistance and resilience. "Purple Hibiscus" is not merely a story of survival; it is a testament to the indomitable spirit of youth and the transformative power of love, making it an unforgettable read that resonates with hope and the promise of freedom.

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Released
2003
30 Oct
Length
336
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Alicia Keys recommended this book on Twitter.
There are people, she once wrote, who think that we cannot rule ourselves because the few times we tried, we failed, as if all the others who rule themselves today got it right the first time. It is like telling a crawling baby who tries to walk, and then falls back on his buttocks, to stay there. As if the adults walking past him did not all crawl, once.
— Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Purple Hibiscus

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