Study Guide: Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe

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This audio study guide for Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and an in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes, such as the importance of proverbs and fathers and sons. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics.

Published in 1958, Things Fall Apart portrays the collision between the traditions and beliefs of Nigerian Igbo culture with the forces of European colonialism. In this celebrated classic, Achebe chronicles the story of Okonkwo, an Igbo warrior in the late 1800s. This audio study guide presents the same expert content - written by experienced teachers, professors, and literary scholars - in an easy-to-access audiobook.

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not real story

I wanted to hear the entire story not a summary of the story . this supposed to be a beautiful story I think everyone will enjoy if it's in its original form

Good summary of Things fall apart

Glad to listen Things fall apart to refresh my mind over 25 years after using the book in school. it gives listeners a peek into the tradition of the Igbos, a tribe from the South East of Nigeria