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Chekhov's iconic characters are relocated to Nigeria in this bold new adaptation.

Owerri, 1967, on the brink of the Biafran Civil War.

Lolo, Nne Chukwu and Udo are grieving the loss of their father. Months before, two ruthless military coups plunged the country into chaos. Fuelled by foreign intervention, the conflict encroaches on their provincial village, and the sisters long to return to their former home in Lagos.

Following his smash-hit Barber Shop Chronicles, Inua Ellams returns to the National Theatre with this heartbreaking retelling of Chekhov''s classic play.

Three Sisters

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A Paperback / softback by Anton Chekhov, Inua Ellams

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    Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
    Publication Date: 08/04/2021
    ISBN13: 9781350262782, 978-1350262782
    ISBN10: 1350262781
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    Description

    Book Synopsis

    Chekhov's iconic characters are relocated to Nigeria in this bold new adaptation.

    Owerri, 1967, on the brink of the Biafran Civil War.

    Lolo, Nne Chukwu and Udo are grieving the loss of their father. Months before, two ruthless military coups plunged the country into chaos. Fuelled by foreign intervention, the conflict encroaches on their provincial village, and the sisters long to return to their former home in Lagos.

    Following his smash-hit Barber Shop Chronicles, Inua Ellams returns to the National Theatre with this heartbreaking retelling of Chekhov''s classic play.

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