Description
Discover a captivating exploration of identity and culture in 'Every Day is for the Thief.' This compelling novel by acclaimed author Teju Cole takes you on an evocative journey as a young man returns to Nigeria after fifteen transformative years in New York City. The story unveils a modern Nigeria that pulsates with life and chaos, presenting a vibrant tapestry woven with the complexities of contemporary society. Through vivid storytelling, the protagonist navigates the changes in his homeland—from fast-food restaurants to email cafés—highlighting the nation’s struggles with corruption, authority, and the lure of easy money.
With 176 pages of rich narrative, this masterfully crafted book invites readers to delve into the socio-economic dynamics of Nigeria, revealing the stark realities of everyday life where bribery and scams operate as a harsh norm. As the narrator journeys back to his family home, he grapples with the bittersweet memories of his past and the harsh truths of a country plagued by issues yet bursting with potential. This thought-provoking read is essential for those interested in African literature, diaspora experiences, and the complex ties that bind us to our roots.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571307944
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 176
Delivery Information: Enjoy speedy delivery to your doorstep—because every day is for the thief, but your waiting time doesn’t need to be! Grab your copy today and immerse yourself in this unforgettable tale.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571307944
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 176
Description:
A young man returns to Nigeria after fifteen years in New York. Like him, his childhood country has grown up quickly: found fast-food restaurants, email caf s, contempt for authority; the all-consuming draw of money for nothing.
From the consulate in Manhattan to the dusty streets of Lagos, life in modern Nigeria runs like clockwork - as long as you pay the fee. A bribe for the visa clerk, a 'Christmas gift' at immigration, cash - no receipt - at the unofficial tollbooth. Petrol pumps are rigged to overcharge and internet caf s overflow with career scammers, but the police are too busy doling out bogus fines to care. In a country routinely plundered of its oil and ancient treasures, who is to say who can thieve and who can't?
As our narrator makes the difficult journey back to his family house and its memories, he is confronted by the paradox of a country he wants to love, as burdened by its impoverished past as it is blinded by the spoils of the future.
With 176 pages of rich narrative, this masterfully crafted book invites readers to delve into the socio-economic dynamics of Nigeria, revealing the stark realities of everyday life where bribery and scams operate as a harsh norm. As the narrator journeys back to his family home, he grapples with the bittersweet memories of his past and the harsh truths of a country plagued by issues yet bursting with potential. This thought-provoking read is essential for those interested in African literature, diaspora experiences, and the complex ties that bind us to our roots.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571307944
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 176
Delivery Information: Enjoy speedy delivery to your doorstep—because every day is for the thief, but your waiting time doesn’t need to be! Grab your copy today and immerse yourself in this unforgettable tale.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571307944
Year: 2015
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 176
Description:
A young man returns to Nigeria after fifteen years in New York. Like him, his childhood country has grown up quickly: found fast-food restaurants, email caf s, contempt for authority; the all-consuming draw of money for nothing.
From the consulate in Manhattan to the dusty streets of Lagos, life in modern Nigeria runs like clockwork - as long as you pay the fee. A bribe for the visa clerk, a 'Christmas gift' at immigration, cash - no receipt - at the unofficial tollbooth. Petrol pumps are rigged to overcharge and internet caf s overflow with career scammers, but the police are too busy doling out bogus fines to care. In a country routinely plundered of its oil and ancient treasures, who is to say who can thieve and who can't?
As our narrator makes the difficult journey back to his family house and its memories, he is confronted by the paradox of a country he wants to love, as burdened by its impoverished past as it is blinded by the spoils of the future.