The Village Witch Doctor and Other Stories by Amos Tutuola

The Village Witch Doctor and Other Stories

Amos Tutuola

90 pages first pub 1990 (editions)

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Description

A collection of stories drawn from Yoruba legend and tradition, containing characters from folklore, archetypal figures from Yoruba society and the supernatural. Born in Nigeria, Amos Tutuola\'s other works include "The Palm Wine Drunkard." (Amazon)

Community Reviews

3.08
based on 21 reviews

Moods

funny: 75%

adventurous: 50%

informative: 50%

lighthearted: 50%

reflective: 50%

dark: 25%

emotional: 25%

inspiring: 25%

mysterious: 25%

relaxing: 25%


Pace

75% of readers chose fast
25% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

25% of readers chose Plot
25% of readers chose A mix
50% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

25% of readers chose Yes
75% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Loveable characters?

25% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
25% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

75% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose No
Yes
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

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