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During the last Language and literature class we spent time
discussing points made from an interview with Chinua Achebe. There had been
many topics and ideas brought up, from both our group and Achebe, such as why
Achebe had written “Things Fall Apart”, what his messages were throughout the
novel, how his upbringing and culture affected the outcome and overall plot of
the novel etc. However, what I believe was the most interesting and meaningful
point addressed was how he was able to relate to most people through his novel.
Why and how I can say this, is due to how you may not be
able to relate to colonial struggles of that time, but there is much more than within
this great story, family, politics, self-struggle, hatred and many more can be
found, and I as white South African student was able to see and relate to quite
a few instances of the novel. This was
the most meaningful take away from the discussion we had, as most people were
able to agree that they had noticed this. Achebe also said that the novel was
not just meant for his people, but for the world. To show the issues of the
modern day through a tale set many years ago.
This is a great novel,
and if you ever have the time, read it.
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