"This is more than an Igbo story or an African story. This is a human story, for there is something inherent in a human being that propels him to reach for the ideal" says Chikodi Anunobi, author of... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Chikodi Anunobi's work in the Nri Warriors of Peace rekindles the kind of cultural tell-tale I remember from reading Chinue Achebe's "Things Fall Apart". Only more captivating. Wanting to know what happens next will make you not want to drop the book until you get to the last page. The revolution that followed the exit of Ugocha Nwoye is true and reasurring. Someone has got to set the pace...
A vivid historical novel about 11th century life in Nigeria
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
What a wonderful story Mr. Anunobi tells! 11th century Nigeria was so sophisticated, the standard of living so high; what happened to them? The point made here about the choice between conquering one's environment by diplomacy vs. force, the choice between peace and war, is timeless. The characters are vibrant and relatable, and Okoye and his people will live in my imagination for a long time.
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