Onitsha
J. M. G. Le Clézio
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Onitsha
by J. M. G. Le Clézio, Alberto Conde
Published
Oct 01, 2012
Publisher
Maxi-Tusquets
Pages
256
ISBN-13
9788483834398
ISBN-10
8483834391
Description
Onitsha tells the story of Fintan, a youth who travels to Africa in 1948 with his Italian mother to join the English father he has never met. Fintan is initially enchanted by the exotic world he discovers in Onitsha, a bustling city prominently situated on the eastern bank of the Niger River. But gradually he comes to recognize the intolerance and brutality of the colonial system. His youthful point of view provides the novel with a notably direct, horrified perspective on racism and colonialism. A startling account - and indictment - of colonialism, Onitsha is also a work of clear, forthright prose that ably portrays both colonial Nigeria and a young boy's growing outrage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Onitsha?
This edition of Onitsha has approximately 256 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Onitsha?
For most readers, Onitsha typically takes between 5h 20m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Onitsha?
The estimated word count for Onitsha is approximately 64,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Onitsha?
Onitsha was written by J. M. G. Le Clézio, Alberto Conde.
When was Onitsha published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Oct 01, 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.