Masculinity and Patriarchy in “Things Fall Apart”

The theme of masculinity and patriarchy in "Things Fall Apart" is a complex and multifaceted one, and it plays a crucial role in shaping the attitudes and behaviours of the characters in the novel. It is one of the central themes of "Things Fall Apart". The novel depicts the Igbo culture as deeply patriarchal, with… Continue reading Masculinity and Patriarchy in “Things Fall Apart”

Heart of Darkness: A Postcolonial Criticism

Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness creates a new dimension in the minds of European folks. It adds further fuel to the hatred of westerners of the blacks in general. Conrad was one of the European writers who penned down and showcased their brilliance to mystifying the African people. Heart of Darkness superbly performs the duty… Continue reading Heart of Darkness: A Postcolonial Criticism