Title: Purple Hibiscus
Book Author: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Summary: Purple Hibiscus is a novel set in Nigeria that tells the story of Kambili Achike, a 15-year-old girl living in a wealthy yet oppressive household.
Her father, Eugene, is a strict and abusive figure who imposes his rigid beliefs on the family, using religion as a means of control.
The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of political unrest in Nigeria.
The primary focus of the novel is on the dynamics within Kambili’s family. Living in fear of their father’s temper, Kambili and her brother, Jaja, experience a stifling home environment.
When they visit their more open and loving Aunt Ifeka, they encounter a vastly different way of life.
As the story develops, Kambili begins to find her voice and question her father’s authority.
The themes of the novel are oppression, freedom, and the quest for self-identity. It looks at the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations.
Purple Hibiscus is a powerful exploration of personal and political liberation, highlighting Kambili’s journey toward self-discovery and resilience in the face of adversity.
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Genre: Literary fiction, Contemporary fiction and African Literature
ISBN 10: 1616202416
ISBN 13: 978-1616202415
Year of Publication: Originally published in 2003, reprint edition 2012
Date of Publication: Originally published on October 30, 2003. April 17, 2012 by Algonquin Books
Pages: 336