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 awareness 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 in an African state should read this book. So should the rest of us. It brings humanity to a world in which we feared did not exist,’
– Richard Dowden The Independent –