The Joys of Motherhood

First published in 1979, The Joys of Motherhood is the story of Nnu Ego, a Nigerian woman struggling in a patriarchal society. Unable to conceive in her first marriage, Nnu is banished to Lagos where she succeeds in becoming a mother. Then, against the backdrop of World War II, Nnu must fiercely protect herself and her children when she is abandoned by her husband and her people.

Year

1994

Language

English

Series

African Writers Series, 227

Publisher

Heinemann Educational Books

Editions

11

Reader rating

4.9 / 5 (7)

Pages

224

ISBN

9780435902278

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