Things Fall Apart Characters

Unoka

Okonkwo's father known for laziness and debt, causing shame to Okonkwo.

Ikemefuna

Boy from another village taken in by Okonkwo's family, forms bond with Nwoye.

Nwoye

Okonkwo's son who struggles with his father's expectations and converts to Christianity.

Ekwefi

Okonkwo's second wife, close to her daughter Ezinma.

Ezinma

Okonkwo's favored daughter, wished to be a boy due to her strong character.

Chielo

Priestess of Agbala, friend of Ekwefi.

Obierika

Okonkwo's friend, offers balanced perspective.

Uchendu

Okonkwo's uncle who supports him during exile.

Mr

First white missionary in Umuofia, known for compromise.

Reverend Smith

Mr. Brown's strict successor, leading to tensions with villagers.