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About Chinua Achebe
Chinua Achebe was a Nigerian writer.
His Highlights/Legacy
He wrote novels, poems, short stories and children's books. His first novel, "Things Fall Apart", is regarded as one of the greatest books in modern African literature, as well as the best selling one. He supported the use of English in African literature.
He has been called "The father of modern African writing".
He was the leader of The Igbo people, an ethnic group in southeastern Nigeria.
Books: "The African Trilogy" ("Things Fall Apart", "No Longer at Ease", "Arrow of God"), "Anthills of the Savannah", "A Man of the People".
His Personal Life
He was married and he had 4 children. He died at the age of 82.
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F.A.Q. about Chinua Achebe
When is his birthday?
Chinua Achebe's birthday is on November 16, 1930.
In how many days is his birthday?
Chinua Achebe's birthday is in 252 days
How old was Chinua Achebe when he died?
He was 82 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 21, 2013.
How old would he be today?
Chinua Achebe would be 94 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Chinua Achebe from?
He was born in Nneobi, Nigeria.