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I have succumbed. Don’t judge me.

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“Every book, every volume you see here, has a soul. The soul of the person who wrote it and of those who read it and lived and dreamed with it. Every time a book changes hands, every time someone runs his eyes down its pages, its spirit grows and strengthens.“

Karl Marx, (…) was able to conduct his raffish rebellion because he was part of the institution, drunkenly debating in private members' clubs and student fraternities and getting away with shit that would have got others beheaded.

The notion of left wing and right wing emerged in the National Assembly during the French Revolution; the left supported secularism and revolution, those on the right supported the monarchy and the Church, (…) all white Europeans of a certain class.

„… when a connection happens, you need to want to know more about the history that has never been taught to you, and seek out those.

Don’t pretend like the idea you are entertaining is completely new.“

I read this book about 8 years ago. It was a recommendation of a friend. At that point in time part 2 and 3 weren’t published yet. I loved this book! And now I remember why. It’s like reading Harry Potter for the first time.

Loving it so far. Wealthy Nigerian family living in the US during Corona. Fascinating reflections on stereotypes, subtly embedded into authentic conversations. Realistic characters.
Adichie you never disappoint.