Essays Tagged: "Mugo"

Discuss the presentation of the theme of sacrifice in the novel "A Grain of Wheat" by Ngugi wa Thiong'o.

gi wa Thiong'o. It is conveyed through the words and actions of many characters (especially Kihika, Mugo and to a lesser extent Gikonyo), rather than through the author telling us, since the narration ... u, you die for, we become a sacrifice for one another."Ngugi wa Thiong'o also uses the character of Mugo to present and convey the theme of sacrifice, through his death and betrayal of Kihika. Initial ...

(3 pages) 30 0 0.0 Aug/2005

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

"A Grain Of Wheat" by Ngugi Wa Thiong'o

In the novel "A Grain of Wheat" by Ngugi Wa Thiong'o, the character of Mugo undergoes a number crisis' throughout the novel. His presentation in these situations is critic ... novel and contributes to its overall effect upon the reader.The passage begins with the statement, "Mugo went out." This statement has a sense of finality to it and suggests that he won't return the s ... mind; he would be frightened, thrilled, repelled in turns at each succeeding scene." This suggests Mugo's insecurity and his fragileness. He goes through his life reliving momentous moments that he h ...

(2 pages) 32 0 3.7 Sep/2006

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > World Literature