The Joys of Motherhood
4.8/ 5
8 ratings
About This Book
First published in 1979, The Joys of Motherhood is the story of Nnu Ego, a Nigerian woman struggling in a patriarchal society. Unable to conceive in her first marriage, Nnu is banished to Lagos where she succeeds in becoming a mother. Then, against the backdrop of World War II, Nnu must fiercely protect herself and her children when she is abandoned by her husband and her people.
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Book Details
First Published
1979
Pages
224 pages
Rating
4.8 / 5
Ratings
8
Editions
19
Publisher
Penguin Books, Limited
Language
ENG, GER
Status
Published
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