jaymdee:
Yes, she has. About four others.

Nuzo':

Nairaland literal Greats like Yuzedu and Mazi-Omenuko .

Nuzo':
I saw these coming, I mean the arrogance and attackers.

The attack on CNA is not necessarily because of her arrogance in that interview but cos of how she attain success faster than we usually see in literature (with the exception of Achebe and Soyinka).

The attackers are full of envy and jealousy! They overtly praised her works but covertly despised her work. They were simply waiting for a day like this to unleash their verbal venom on her. Surely, the day came.

As the day came, they made sure they stripped her of all the honors she gained as a result of her works. The works they once praised is now soulless and un African.

Even Nairaland literal Greats like Yuzedu and Mazi-Omenuko joined the bandwagon.

And yes, I saw the arrogance coming! It was oozing from afar...now its here. It was inevitable!
Just like most successful young men and women, a time comes within the height of one's success....you will have an overload sense of superioty, importance and entitlement. Achebe and Soyinka had these in excess when there were in the same age bracket with Adichie. They even still display some of it at old age.
Yuzedo displayed even worst arrogance and disdain when some dry folks tried to copy him with a pseudo moniker. Same with Mazi Omenuko when his NYSC diaries was criticized as being sexist.

I feel like CNA should be shut down for her arrogance...not her works which was refreshing, new, daring and easy to relate to.
Its okay not to love her work, but saying its mediocre is baseless.

That being said, as an intellectual and as a person whose every word means a lot in private and public space, Chimanda must be careful with her choice of words.

tpia@:


abeg make we close thread, its bordering on the absurd.

although you did say nairaland sha, maybe that should be considered when viewing your post.

Texas.Cowgirl:


I saw this junk write up coming......if you glance at my earlier posts you'll see what I mean.

Healthy criticism is often seen as jealousy and envy by Nigerians.

Need I ask why you chose to ignore the arrogance and disrespect in CNA's interview, but chose to foolishly analyze her critics? Nah, I needn't ask, it's quite obvious.

Nuzo':


I didnt notice you were part of the discuss...so I can't remember quoting you.

Mistaken identity.

Abbott: I love Sefi Atta's Everything Good Will Come.
Has she written any other book?

Ayoobscom: She did sounded arrogance and discouraging to young talents

Nuzo':
I saw these coming, I mean the arrogance and attackers.

The attack on CNA is not necessarily because of her arrogance in that interview but cos of how she attain success faster than we usually see in literature (with the exception of Achebe and Soyinka).

The attackers are full of envy and jealousy! They overtly praised her works but covertly despised her work. They were simply waiting for a day like this to unleash their verbal venom on her. Surely, the day came.

As the day came, they made sure they stripped her of all the honors she gained as a result of her works. The works they once praised is now soulless and un African.

Even Nairaland literal Greats like Yuzedu and Mazi-Omenuko joined the bandwagon.

And yes, I saw the arrogance coming! It was oozing from afar...now its here. It was inevitable!
Just like most successful young men and women, a time comes within the height of one's success....you will have an overload sense of superioty, importance and entitlement. Achebe and Soyinka had these in excess when there were in the same age bracket with Adichie. They even still display some of it at old age.
Yuzedo displayed even worst arrogance and disdain when some dry folks tried to copy him with a pseudo moniker. Same with Mazi Omenuko when his NYSC diaries was criticized as being sexist.

I feel like CNA should be shut down for her arrogance...not her works which was refreshing, new, daring and easy to relate to.
Its okay not to love her work, but saying its mediocre is baseless.

That being said, as an intellectual and as a person whose every word means a lot in private and public space, Chimanda must be careful with her choice of words.

yuzedo:
ƪoƪ! Really bro? Ok, you're my man, let's talk.
1. Opinions are subjective, not infallible. I maintain that I have NEVER been a fan of Purple Hibiscus, however Half of a Yellow Sun was a stunning effort and clearly one of my favorite novels. If you think Purple Hibiscus was good, look for and read Green Days By The River by Michael Anthony.. Lol! When you're done you'll know I was generous with my average rating of Purple Hibiscus.

The other matter of my presumed arrogance towards pseudo-yuzedos? ƪoƪ! Non-issue. (Unless indifference is arrogance). I make light of the situation, neither denouncing nor encouraging the actors. You don't know the implication of their activities on my profile especially as regards MOD scrutiny.

Adichie is a leading light in our generation, the fact that some of her works might not score high in the "subjective" opinion(s) of a few is more an indictment of the general standard of the present crop of Nigerian/African writers than a personal affront on the good lady. Warm regards..

Even Nairaland literal Greats like Yuzedu and Mazi-Omenuko joined the bandwagon.

Texas.Cowgirl:


I saw this junk write up coming......if you glance at my earlier posts you'll see what I mean.

Healthy criticism is often seen as jealousy and envy by Nigerians.

Need I ask why you chose to ignore the arrogance and disrespect in CNA's interview, but chose to foolishly analyze her critics? Nah, I needn't ask, it's quite obvious.

wallosky: http://saharareporters.com/press-release/press-release-chimamanda-adichie-wins-american-prize

Breaking news: PRESS RELEASE: Chimamanda Adichie Wins American Prize

mbulela:
check SWALLOW and A BIT OF DIFFERENCE.
I found the one you mentioned very bland and ordinary.
I liked SWALLOW better but in general she is not a writer i really enjoy.
I enjoyed IMAGINE THIS by Sade Adeniran much more.

yuzedo:
ƪoƪ! Really bro? Ok, you're my man, let's talk.
1. Opinions are subjective, not infallible. I maintain that I have NEVER been a fan of Purple Hibiscus, however Half of a Yellow Sun was a stunning effort and clearly one of my favorite novels. If you think Purple Hibiscus was good, look for and read Green Days By The River by Michael Anthony.. Lol! When you're done you'll know I was generous with my average rating of Purple Hibiscus.

The other matter of my presumed arrogance towards pseudo-yuzedos? ƪoƪ! Non-issue. (Unless indifference is arrogance). I make light of the situation, neither denouncing nor encouraging the actors. You don't know the implication of their activities on my profile especially as regards MOD scrutiny.

Adichie is a leading light in our generation, the fact that some of her works might not score high in the "subjective" opinion(s) of a few is more an indictment of the general standard of the present crop of Nigerian/African writers than a personal affront on the good lady. Warm regards..

eaglechild:
I think you misunderstood Nuzo.
He is simply saying there is no need to take cheap shots at CNA's works (which are world acclaimed).
When the focus should be on her apparent display of arrogance which should be condemned.

eaglechild:
I think you misunderstood Nuzo.
He is simply saying there is no need to take cheap shots at CNA's works (which are world acclaimed).
When the focus should be on her apparent display of arrogance which should be condemned.

Nuzo':


Kudos for summerizing my long essay in few words.

Tho its very clear she understood my point very well. She just wanted me to dive inside the gutter with her. Never!

Funny most of CNA's deconstructive critics are women in her age bracket.

Nuzo':


Kudos for summerizing my long essay in few words.

Tho its very clear she understood my point very well. She just wanted me to dive inside the gutter with her. Never!

Funny most of CNA's deconstructive critics are women in her age bracket.

tpia@:


seems you're one of her boys.

you've been parked on the thread since.

did you by any chance send something to her inbox?

Rhino.5dm:
Na today? This was the same way Chinua Achebe rubbished Wole Soyinka, when he won the Nobel prize in 1986.Abubakar did well by teaching this arrogant B**** some manners

JIGHU: no she does not...are you a learner? She is the best thing after Soyinka and Achebe