77 pages
English language
Published Nov. 19, 1993 by Methuen Drama.
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Based on events that took place in 1946 in the ancient Yoruban city of Oyo, Soyinka's acclaimed and powerful play addresses classic issues of cultural conflict, tragic decision-making, and the psychological mindsets of individuals and groups. The text of the play is accompanied by an introduction and explanatory annotations for the many allusions to traditional Nigerian myth and culture [from Amazon].
Subjects
- Yoruba (African people) -- Drama.
- Suicide -- Prevention -- Drama.
- British -- Nigeria -- Drama.
- Fathers and sons -- Drama.
- Nigeria -- Drama.