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Shortlisted for the 1992 Commonwealth Best First Book Award. Orimili is the profound story of a father desperate to deepen his cultural roots and find identity within his community.

Despite the respect and wealth Orimili has accumulated over the years, there remains one last barrier to his recognition the title of Ozo. The most important symbol of nobility and honour, he is desperate to finally have the status he deserves. But gaining the town elders'' respect proves more difficult than he ever could have imagined.

Writing with remarkable poise, Amechi Akwanya charts Orimili''s difficult journey to citizenship, offering a compelling insight into the customs of mid-twentieth century Nigeria.

Orimili

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      Publisher Apollo
      Published 1 December 2023
      ISBN-13 9781035900565
      978-1035900565
      ISBN-10 1035900564

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Shortlisted for the 1992 Commonwealth Best First Book Award. Orimili is the profound story of a father desperate to deepen his cultural roots and find identity within his community.

      Despite the respect and wealth Orimili has accumulated over the years, there remains one last barrier to his recognition the title of Ozo. The most important symbol of nobility and honour, he is desperate to finally have the status he deserves. But gaining the town elders'' respect proves more difficult than he ever could have imagined.

      Writing with remarkable poise, Amechi Akwanya charts Orimili''s difficult journey to citizenship, offering a compelling insight into the customs of mid-twentieth century Nigeria.

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