Anthills of the Savannah

'In a powerful fusion of myth, legend and modern styles Achebe has written a book which is wise, exciting and essential, a powerful antidote to the cynical commentators from "overseas" who see nothing ever new out of Africa. The Financial Times

'Violence takes over a drama of love, friendship and hope under threat. This is present-day Africa revealed in a stunning narrative of lyricism and natural speech. Beautiful, powerful and angry... The Irish Times

'Pessimism and cynicism contend for mastery, and hope, almost incredibly, walks off with the prize. Bernard Levin The Sunday Times

...the quality of the writing is charged with informedness, and aware ness of high things and high thoughts. This is an outstanding novel by Africa's most accomplished writer. Anthills calls for a celebration.' Nuruddin Farah West Africa

'Anyone ruling or in danger of ruling an African state should read this book. So should the rest of us. It brings humanity to a world in which we feared it did not exist.' Richard Dowden The Independent

Author : Chinua Achebe