The bottled leopard

by Vincent Chukwuemeka Ike

Genres: African Literature, Fiction

172 pages, Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Oyinkansola Awolo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will always, always be a classic piece

[The Checkopolis]

One of our childhood Nigerian classics; an intriguing story humorously told.

Read it many times as a child and reread it yesterday as an adult. I noticed some important themes this time: Igbo traditional religion (efficacy and morality), colonialism, colonial education, social status, discipline, school bullying, colonial Christianity, what is considered civilisation, etc.

I had some issues with the pacing and flow of some parts of the book, but the story is 10/10.

[Chukwuemeka Ugochukwu · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a very great book. Most Africans don't believe our gods and deities really have powers, Chukwuemeka Ike reminded us through this book that though we have accepted the ways of the "white man", we should keep it at the back of our minds that there are gods we were worshipping and customs we had before the white man's God.

[Chinedu Ndubueze · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a newfound appreciation for this book. The first time I read it, I didn't think much of its idea of "African Science". It's a stark reminder of the way things were, the changes Igbo communities have undergone, and how much of our identity, culture, and heritage have been lost to civilization.

[Sola Soyele · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I read this, I thought Chukwuemeka Ike was a god of storytelling! I will recommend The Bottled Leopard to anyone who has a taste for good literature only. It tells a wonderful story in a more wonderful way! Good read!

[Kevin Noel · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exceptional piece. Chukwuemeka Ike is phenomenal and this book is a classic!

[Tayo Adeleye · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had to read this in high school and remember being entranced by the characters and plot line. Really wish I could find it again for a re-read.

[Benjamin Falana]

i Mam looking foward to thses book

[Somtochukwu O · Rating 3 out of 5]

The style is a bit outdated, and the story felt unfinished, even at the end, but overall it was a pleasant read, with memorable characters in an intriguing setting.

[Unyoaba Umoru · Rating 3 out of 5]

A re-read! I enjoyed it, I like the setting and his style of writing. I didn't quite like the ending because it ended abruptly.

[Mrs. Hannibal Lecter · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fave growing up.
A fave still.

[Samaila Adelaiye · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super creepy but like the boarding school angle as I could relate to it. Quite weird and a bit of a thrill