Though these things should be taken with a grain of salt. It’s not the same as visiting or getting to know people from these places but offers some insight into other cultures. This is part of why in addition to the books that I read by Black American authors or Black people based here in America, I like to also mix in history and books by authors from Africa and other parts of the Black diaspora. I have some knowledge of Black culture in America and the Caribbean but am unfamiliar with many cultures from other parts of the Black diaspora. Naivete and a sense of obligation to both families find Afi in a battle to convince her husband to leave his girlfriend and make her his only wife. While his family is hoping her pretty face and personality will gain influence over the son who has a long-time girlfriend of whom they do not approve. Her family members are hoping the marriage will grant them access to the Ganyo’s financial resources and connections. When Afi Tekple marries Elikem Ganyo she assumes responsibility to ensure the success of their union. His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie takes place in Ghana and tells the story of a young woman who enters an arranged marriage with the son of a wealthy family.
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