Reading: Things Fall Apart, Parts 2-3 (Chapters 14-25, p. 130-209) 300-400 word count
Discussion: In An Image of Africa: Racism in Conrads Heart of Darkness, Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe critiques Conrads representation of Africa and European imperialism. Discuss Achebes own work in light of this essay. What exactly does Achebe think is wrong with Conrads The Heart of Darkness? Additionally, how is Things Fall Apart a critique of Conrads interpretation of British colonization of Africa? Cite specific passages from Achebes novel and essay to support your interpretation. Once you have a clear understanding of the texts, move on to evaluation and application. For example, you may wish to discuss whether or not Achebe is right that Conrad is a racist or how the concept of cultural memory might help us understand Achebes view of C