Love usually wins but Olabode Ogunlana’s vividly drawn characters in Yoruba Love Stories suffer from separation, mistaken identity, ethnic conflict, self-doubt and jealousy. The author tells these stories beautifully, with an ear for the nuances of Yoruba, bringing the tales to life for contemporary audiences. In a companion volume, The Quest for the Rare Leaf and other Yoruba Tales, Ogunlanashares the Yoruba folklore oral tradition that stretches back centuries. Both Yorubaand non-Yoruba speakers will discover a world of noble farmers,women warriors, and over-reaching kings, checked by their subjects.
Olabode Ogunlana Bücher
Nach einer langen Karriere in der Versicherungsbranche kehrte Olabode Ogunlana zur Kunst zurück und erwarb einen Master-Abschluss mit Auszeichnung an der Buckingham University. Seine Begabung für das sprichwörtliche Geschichtenerzählen verwandelte er in Belletristik. Er verfolgte das Ziel, Kurzgeschichtensammlungen zu schaffen, die als nützliche Ressource für ein internationales Publikum dienen, das sich für Yoruba- oder von Yoruba inspirierte Erzählungen interessiert. Ogunlana bietet eine einzigartige Perspektive auf die Yoruba-Kultur, von der Syntax der Sprichwörter bis zur historischen Geographie und den Subkulturen, die die zeitgenössischen Trends in Südwestnigeria prägen.
OUT OF THE BLACK POT AND OTHER STORIES
Volume III of Glimpses into Yoruba Culture
- 212 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
Exploring themes of redemption, faith, and the supernatural, this collection features diverse narratives. A devotee of Èsù seeks forgiveness after a tragic crime, while a boy learns about divine providence through a letter to God. Other stories delve into miracles, kindness, and the consequences of jealousy, as characters confront their pasts and seek meaning. The collection also reflects on the interplay between wealth and morality, and the author's personal journey highlights nature's spiritual significance, inviting readers to ponder deeper truths.
The story revolves around young journalist Tanímò la, who delves into the life of Laiyemö, a moneylender with a dark past tied to his own family history. As Tanímò la uncovers Laiyemö's downfall and regrets, he learns about the themes of pride, destiny, and the consequences of one's actions. Laiyemö, once a powerful figure in Agbajó, now lies in ruin, haunted by his past and the impact of his father's piracy. The narrative explores the destructive nature of greed and the haunting legacy of familial ties, culminating in a poignant reflection on morality and redemption.