Love usually wins but Olabode Ogunlana’s vividly drawn characters in Yoruba Love Stories suffer from separation, mistaken identity, ethnic conflict, self-doubt and jealousy. The author tells these stories beautifully, with an ear for the nuances of Yoruba, bringing the tales to life for contemporary audiences. In a companion volume, The Quest for the Rare Leaf and other Yoruba Tales, Ogunlanashares the Yoruba folklore oral tradition that stretches back centuries. Both Yorubaand non-Yoruba speakers will discover a world of noble farmers,women warriors, and over-reaching kings, checked by their subjects.
Olabode Ogunlana Libri
Dopo una lunga carriera nel settore assicurativo, un ritorno alla scuola d'arte e un master con lode conseguito presso l'Università di Buckingham, Olabode Ogunlana ha trasformato la sua abilità nel raccontare storie proverbiali nella scrittura di narrativa. Il suo obiettivo era creare raccolte di racconti che servissero come risorsa utile per un pubblico internazionale interessato a narrazioni Yoruba o di ispirazione Yoruba. Ogunlana offre una prospettiva unica sulla cultura Yoruba, dalla sintassi dei proverbi alla geografia storica e alle sottoculture che informano le tendenze contemporanee nella Nigeria sudoccidentale.
OUT OF THE BLACK POT AND OTHER STORIES
Volume III of Glimpses into Yoruba Culture
- 212pagine
- 8 ore di lettura
Exploring themes of redemption, faith, and the supernatural, this collection features diverse narratives. A devotee of Èsù seeks forgiveness after a tragic crime, while a boy learns about divine providence through a letter to God. Other stories delve into miracles, kindness, and the consequences of jealousy, as characters confront their pasts and seek meaning. The collection also reflects on the interplay between wealth and morality, and the author's personal journey highlights nature's spiritual significance, inviting readers to ponder deeper truths.
The story revolves around young journalist Tanímò la, who delves into the life of Laiyemö, a moneylender with a dark past tied to his own family history. As Tanímò la uncovers Laiyemö's downfall and regrets, he learns about the themes of pride, destiny, and the consequences of one's actions. Laiyemö, once a powerful figure in Agbajó, now lies in ruin, haunted by his past and the impact of his father's piracy. The narrative explores the destructive nature of greed and the haunting legacy of familial ties, culminating in a poignant reflection on morality and redemption.