π₯ Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie β retold in 10 minutes through the warmth of folktale storytelling.
In this poetic summary, we walk with Olanna, Odenigbo, and Ugwu through love, betrayal, and war during the rise and fall of Biafra.
This is a literary summary and book review, reimagined as a story told by the firelight β with rhythm, emotion, and care.
π§ Perfect for:
β Students and readers looking for a quick, meaningful recap
β Fans of African literature and oral tradition
β Listeners who enjoy soft narration and ASMR audio
β¨ Support the show: https://folktalesbyfirelight.substack.com
πΊ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@folktalesbyfirelight
π Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/folktales-by-firelight/id1816342165
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