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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Born 1977
Nigeria
Africa
Literature
Literature

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Biography

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a Nigerian writer whose works range from novels to short stories to nonfiction. She is a prominent voice in contemporary literature and a leading feminist thinker.

Key Achievements

  • 1

    Author of the critically acclaimed novels 'Purple Hibiscus,' 'Half of a Yellow Sun,' and 'Americanah.'

  • 2

    Her TED Talk 'The Danger of a Single Story' has been viewed over 30 million times.

  • 3

    A powerful advocate for feminism and social justice.

Birth Date

September 15, 1977