Chinua Achebe
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Who was Chinua Achebe?
Nigerian novelist, poet, professor, and critic (1930-2013)
Biographical data adapted from Wikipedia’s article on Chinua Achebe (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Family & Personal Life
SpouseChristie Chinwe Okoli-Achebe
ChildChidi Chike Achebe
ChildNwando Achebe
Awards & Honors
| Award | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Prize of the German Publishers' and Booksellers' Association | 2002 | — |
| International Booker Prize | 2007 | — |
| Nigerian National Order of Merit Award | 1979 | — |