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Dear Ijeawele

Author: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

In this powerful letter, Adichie offers fifteen invaluable suggestions for raising a daughter in today’s world. With warmth and candor, she shares personal anecdotes and thought-provoking insights on gender, identity, and feminism. Her words are both a call to action and a tender reflection on motherhood, challenging readers to question societal norms and embrace the complexities of raising strong, independent women. Adichie’s prose is intimate and engaging, making this slim volume feel like a heartfelt conversation with a wise friend.

Teach her that the idea of 'gender roles' is absolute nonsense.

Reader Reviews

“A powerful and essential guide for raising feminist daughters. Adichie’s wisdom and practical advice are invaluable.” – Emily Thompson, Goodreads

“Adichie’s straightforward and heartfelt approach to feminism is both refreshing and inspiring. A must-read for parents.” – David Lee, Amazon

“Dear Ijeawele is a concise and impactful manifesto that challenges societal norms and empowers women. Highly recommended.” – Sarah Martinez, Barnes & Noble

“This book is a treasure trove of insights and practical tips for raising strong, independent girls. Adichie’s voice is both authoritative and compassionate.” – Rachel Kim, Goodreads

“Adichie has crafted a brilliant and accessible guide that should be on every parent’s bookshelf. Her advice is timeless and universal.” – Michael Brown, Amazon

About Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a renowned Nigerian author and feminist whose works have garnered international acclaim for their insightful exploration of themes such as identity, gender, and post-colonialism. Born on September 15, 1977, in Enugu, Nigeria, Adichie grew up in the university town of Nsukka, where her father was a professor and her mother was the first female registrar at the University of Nigeria. Adichie’s literary career took off with her debut novel, Purple Hibiscus (2003), which won the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize for Best First Book. She followed this success with Half of a Yellow Sun (2006), a powerful narrative set during the Nigerian Civil War, which won the Orange Prize for Fiction. Her third novel, Americanah (2013), received the National Book Critics Circle Award for Fiction and further cemented her status as a leading voice in contemporary literature. In addition to her novels, Adichie has made significant contributions to feminist discourse through her essay We Should All Be Feminists (2014) and her epistolary work Dear Ijeawele, or A Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions (2017). Adichie’s profound impact on literature and feminism continues to inspire and challenge readers around the world.

Other Works by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie:

Purple Hibiscus

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Half of a Yellow Sun

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Americanah

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The Thing Around Your Neck

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