We have heard stories about white men who make the powerful guns and the strong drinks and took slaves away across the… — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
A man's life from birth to death was a series of transition rites which brought him nearer and nearer to his ancestors. — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
Let the kite perch and let the eagle perch too – If one says no to the other, let his wing break. — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
You might as well say that the woman lies on top of the man when they are making the babies. — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
No matter how prosperous a man was, if he was unable to rule his women and his children (and especially his women)… — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
Men have learned to shoot without missing their mark and I have learned to fly without perching on a twig. — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
We shall all live. We pray for life, children, a good harvest and happiness. You will have what is good for you… — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
"You sound as if you question the authority and the decision of the Oracle, who said he should die." "I do not.… — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
Beware Okonkwo!" she warned. "Beware of exchanging words with Agbala. Does a man speak when a god speaks? Beware! — Chinua Achebe Copy Share Image
