Question

Which of Wole Soyinka's works directly addresses the theme of post-colonial identity and disillusionment in Africa?

• A. Death and the King's Horseman
• B. The Lion and the Jewel
• C. A Dance of the Forests
• D. The Road

Answer 1

Answer:

C. A Dance of the Forests

A Dance of the Forests, written for Nigeria's independence celebrations, critiques the romanticized view of the past and confronts the realities of post-colonial Africa, exploring themes of corruption, power, and the loss of traditional values. It reflects Soyinka's broader concern with the socio-political landscape of his nation.