Review of Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the lecture on Americanah, focusing on characters, narrative techniques, and cultural themes.

Implied Narrator

An implied narrator is a narrative voice that is suggested through the text rather than explicitly stated, guiding readers' interpretations without directly influencing them.

Diaspora

A term derived from Greek meaning "to scatter and sow," originally referring to the Jewish population dispersed outside Palestine, now often describing communities settled outside their homelands.

Undutiful Daughter

A characterization that describes someone, particularly within a Nigerian context, who challenges traditional obedience to familial roles and expectations.

Defamiliarization

A literary technique that aims to make familiar aspects of life seem strange or new, prompting readers to reevaluate their perceptions.

Niche Markets

Specific, defined segments of a market that are targeted with tailored strategies to meet specialized needs and wants of customers.

Character Distance

The emotional or narrative gap between a character's experiences and the audience's understanding or interpretation of those experiences.

Cultural Dislocation

The feeling of being out of place or disconnected from one's cultural roots, often experienced by individuals in diaspora.

Romance (literary genre)

A genre that involves an interest in romantic love and often includes narrative structures that focus on transformation and quests.

Obedience

The act of following instructions or rules from authority figures, traditionally expected within familial and cultural contexts.

Red Flags (in literature)

Indicators within a narrative that suggest potential misunderstanding or misalignment between characters and readers, guiding the reader's interpretation.