The Parlour Wife
The Parlour Wife by Foluso Agbaje is a poignant tale of a young Nigerian woman grappling with the aftermath of a war her country never chose. The Parlour Wife is a moving historical fiction set in 1940s Nigeria, offering a rarely explored perspective on the impact of World War II on a British colony.
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The Parlour Wife is a poignant historical fiction novel by Foluso Agbaje, set in 1940s Lagos, Nigeria. The story follows Kehinde, an 18-year-old woman who, unable to continue her education, is persuaded by her parents to become the third wife of Gboyega Ogunjobi, setting aside her dreams of becoming a writer. As World War II impacts Nigeria, Kehinde’s life is further complicated by societal expectations and colonial rule.
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Weight | 0.5 kg |
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Dimensions | 12.9 × 19.8 × 2.7 cm |
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Format | Paperback |
ISBN | 9789786051833 |
Pages | 384 |
Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Year Published | 2024 |
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