Things Fall Apart
Contrast Okonkwo's and Obeirika's views on killing Ikemefuna. What do their respective views tell you about each man's approach to tribal authority?
chapters 8-13
chapters 8-13
Obierika does not want this killing done. He thinks it is pointless and cruel. Okonkwo only cares about not appearing weak.Unlike Obierika, Okonkwo is an insecure man who cares only about how he looks to others.