Theory question 201
Other Set Texts: African ProseLiterature 3, Section A: African Prose. Camara Laye: The African Child
Discuss the presentation of traditional life in the novel
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Religion and supernatural: snake, totems, charms.
Crafts: gold-smithing ceremony with praise-singer.
Rural life: rice harvest at Tindican, communal work and songs.
Rites: initiation (Konden Diara) and circumcision.
Family and respect for elders; hospitality.
Presented with warmth and nostalgia.
Explanation
Give aspects with episodes.