The African Trilogy (Things Fall Apart / No Longer at Ease / Arrow of God)
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
This trilogy chronicles the impact of British colonialism on Igbo society in Nigeria through the lives of three generations.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mature themes and implied relationships are present.
Violence includes tribal conflicts and colonial oppression.
Minimal profanity may be present in dialogue.
References to traditional beliefs may be present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
Traditional spiritual beliefs are part of the culture.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.
The narrative explores traditional African beliefs alongside Christianity.
Christian missionaries are depicted, sometimes with mixed reception.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display resilience in the face of societal change.
Christian faith is introduced but not central to all characters.
Family loyalty and community bonds are explored.
Themes of cultural adaptation and loss are present.
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