The African Writer is not a Teacher

The name Elechi Amadi is a household name in African literature. A renowned author and critic, Amadi published numerous literary works in all genres including The Concubine (1966), a novel which has sold over a million copies across the world. As one of the most renowned African writers of the last century, Elechi Amadi carved a niche for himself in the temple of literary fame. In this February 2008 exclusive interview with Nnawuihe Fidelis Echendu, the amiable writer expressed his views on different issues including the vexed issue of commitment in literature.