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].
Editions · 6
Paperback
1987 · Hill & Wang
EN
9780809012527
Hardback
1987 · Hill & Wang Pub
EN
9780809037933
Paperback
1991
77 pp · EN
9780374522100
Paperback
1998 · Methuen Drama
89 pp · EN
9780413695505
Paperback
2002 · W.W. Norton
77 pp · EN
9780393322996
Paperback
2003 · Norton
228 pp · EN
9780393977615
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