Chike and the River
Product ID: 112694046
The more Chike saw the ferry-boats the more he wanted to make the trip to Asaba. But where would he get the money? He did not know. Still, he hoped. Eleven-year-old Chike longs to cross the Niger River to the city of Asaba, but he doesn’t have the sixpence he needs to pay for the ferry ride. With the help of his friend S.M.O.G., he embarks on a series of adventures to help him get there. Along the way, he is exposed to a range of new experiences that are both thrilling and terrifying, from eating his first skewer of suya under the shade of a mango tree, to visiting the village magician who promises to double the money in his pocket. Once he finally makes it across the river, Chike realizes that life on the other side is far different from his expectations, and he must find the courage within him to make it home. Chike and the River is a magical tale of boundaries, bravery, and growth, by Chinua Achebe, one of the world’s most beloved and admired storytellers. Review: Excellent book - This is a story of an eleven year old Nigerian boy (Chike), who moved from the village of Umuofia to live with an uncle in a big Nigerian city (onitsha). While in onitsha, Chike experienced the urban city life (quite a difference from the village he had left behind), he attended school, made friends, and became fascinated with crossing the river Niger on a ferry boat. Chike did not have the money required to pay for the ferry boat ride, and so, he tried to raise the money in some strange ways, like going to seek the services of a money doubler, washing cars, etc. He was defrauded by the money doubler (chandus the magician), But was able to raise this money through washing cars and his dream of crossing the river Niger was finally fulfilled. This is a childrens book, you will not be bored reading it if you are an adult, it is very explanatory, short, and easy to understand. Achebe takes you into the life and thinking of a little African kid, and what it is like to grow up young in Nigeria, you may find yourself revisiting some of the very funny chapters, excellent book. Review: NICE LITTLE BOOK FOR KIDS! - A delightful little boy for kids. I bought this book for my 7 year old kid. The setting is at the towns Onitsha and Asaba in Nigeria and the story centers on the many adventures of a boy called Chike. I recommend the book to kids as well as adults who want to know a little of Nigeria of the 1960s. I enjoyed the book as well as my kid did!
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K**E
Excellent book
This is a story of an eleven year old Nigerian boy (Chike), who moved from the village of Umuofia to live with an uncle in a big Nigerian city (onitsha). While in onitsha, Chike experienced the urban city life (quite a difference from the village he had left behind), he attended school, made friends, and became fascinated with crossing the river Niger on a ferry boat. Chike did not have the money required to pay for the ferry boat ride, and so, he tried to raise the money in some strange ways, like going to seek the services of a money doubler, washing cars, etc. He was defrauded by the money doubler (chandus the magician), But was able to raise this money through washing cars and his dream of crossing the river Niger was finally fulfilled. This is a childrens book, you will not be bored reading it if you are an adult, it is very explanatory, short, and easy to understand. Achebe takes you into the life and thinking of a little African kid, and what it is like to grow up young in Nigeria, you may find yourself revisiting some of the very funny chapters, excellent book.
T**A
NICE LITTLE BOOK FOR KIDS!
A delightful little boy for kids. I bought this book for my 7 year old kid. The setting is at the towns Onitsha and Asaba in Nigeria and the story centers on the many adventures of a boy called Chike. I recommend the book to kids as well as adults who want to know a little of Nigeria of the 1960s. I enjoyed the book as well as my kid did!
F**E
Great book!
I thought that it was very cool how there were many unknown words in this book. It made you think about them and imagine what they could mean before you could look it up. This is a great children's book, in my opinion, and I would recommend it to anyone.
O**A
It is worth every cent you pay for it!
Excellent book. Just bought it for my 6 yr old daughter, so she can learn about my place of origin-Nigeria. The paper quality is wonderful, and the book cover is strong.
L**E
Really good book⭐️
This by far one of my favorite books to read on those days when your super bored it's so adventurous and really gives a detail about Africa and African literature My son who is 12 finished it in two days👍🏽 5/5
M**U
She loved it. I was born and raised in this ...
I read this book and gave it to my 7 year-old daughter to read. She loved it. I was born and raised in this Onitsha and I have been to Asaba many times. I live in the USA now. I used the book to teach my two little daughters some aspects of Igbo culture.
N**E
To my nephew, Happy Birthday!
Had Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" as required reading in high school and dreaded every lesson; so depressing. Years later, I decided to revisit the author starting "light". Good start. Phew. Will now venture onto "Girls at War" and "There was a country" and give this "Chike and the River" to a young nephew.
S**Z
Arrived in good condition.
I am pleased with the condition that the book came in.
O**A
Excelente
O esperado. Chegou no tempo determinado
I**Y
Great read
Great book for new readers
J**D
Good Product
Full of Wisdom
A**R
A good book
It arrived on time and in a good condition. Happy to introduce my kids to African literature books.
B**N
A timeless story
A timeless story by a much beloved writer
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