The author was one of the most
brilliant minds Africa ever produced, a wonderful novelist and world class
academic. His specialties included oral literature (Africa) and myths
(mythology?). This was reflected in his own creative works, including this
novel. Another example of a black man born or weaned overseas who finds himself
coming "home" to Africa to learn about life, history, awareness and
the like. One is of course reminded of Alex Haley and Roots. The protagonist
finds himself in an African village, a real culture shock, but apparently all
this is destined. He is in Africa where the supernatural is part of life. A
brilliant creative work which should certainly be more popular, and a very
enlightening story. The late Okpewho was a real gem and his works are there for
us all.
Madolyn Chukwu
