Feather Woman of the Jungle. [First edition]

Tutuola, Amos

Published by London: Faber and Faber, 1962, 1962

About this Item

First edition, first impression. A near fine copy in a near fine dustwrapper. Octavo. Original red cloth, spine lettered in gilt. With dust jacket. Neat ink ownership of one W. Taylor dated June 1963 on front pastedown. Lower corners a touch rubbed, top edge foxed, one fingermark to front free endpaper. A near-fine copy in a near fine dustwrapper, rear panel lightly soiled, short closed tear to one corner, others nicked, else very bright and striking. Amos Tutuola was a Nigerian writer known for his unique and imaginative storytelling style. Born in 1920 in Abeokuta, Nigeria, Tutuola began his writing career in the 1940s, publishing his first novel 'The Palm-Wine Drinkard' in 1952. His writing drew heavily from traditional African folklore, blending it with his own vivid imagination to create fantastical worlds and characters. Despite initial criticism from some African intellectuals who deemed his work too "primitive" Tutuola's writing gained popularity and acclaim internationally, particularly in Europe and the United States. His other notable works include "My Life in the Bush of Ghosts" and "The Brave African Huntress" Tutuola's contributions to African literature have had a lasting impact, inspiring generations of African writers to embrace their cultural heritage in their work. Seller Inventory # ABE-1678540423014

Bibliographic Details

Title: Feather Woman of the Jungle. [First edition]

Publisher: London: Faber and Faber, 1962

Publication Date: 1962

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

Edition: 1st Edition