Strategic Transformations in Nigerian Writing: Orality and History in the Work of Rev. Samuel Johnson, Amos Tutuola, Wole Soyinka and Ben Okri

" . . . a sophisticated and thoughtful study." —Leeds African Studies Bulletin"A very impressive work . . . in the concreteness of its research documentation as well as in its theoretical scope, this study brings a truly innovative dimension to African literary scholarship, and indeed to the whole field of African studies." —Abiola Irele, Ohio State University"The discussion reveals a combination of formidable analytical and critical strength with a refreshingly open-minded and sensible app...