Nervous Conditions

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:novel
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:stage_play
gptkbp:adaptations gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:theatrical_performances
gptkbp:author gptkb:Tsitsi_Dangarembga
gptkbp:awards African Literature Association's 1989 Literary Award
gptkbp:character_development the role of education
Aunt Kezia's influence
Ma' Shingayi's resilience
Nhamo's struggles
Tambudzai's growth
gptkbp:conflict personal and societal expectations
gptkbp:critical_reception widely acclaimed
gptkbp:cultural_impact discusses post-colonial identity
gptkbp:cultural_significance highlights social issues
addresses intersectionality
explores colonial legacy
promotes African voices
gptkbp:genre coming-of-age
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gptkbp:influenced_artists encourages critical thinking
challenges stereotypes
raises awareness of women's issues
gptkbp:influences African literature
feminist literature
gptkbp:inspiration Tsitsi Dangarembga's own life
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:literary_devices gptkb:dialogue
symbolism
flashbacks
imagery
foreshadowing
gptkbp:main_character Tambudzai Sigauke
gptkbp:motif gptkb:dreams
gptkb:identity
gptkb:memory
gptkbp:narrative first-person
gptkbp:protagonist gptkb:Female
gptkbp:published gptkb:1988
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:The_Book_of_Not
gptkbp:set_in gptkb:Zimbabwe
gptkbp:setting rural Zimbabwe
gptkbp:style lyrical prose
gptkbp:symbolism gptkb:cultural_heritage
family dynamics
education as empowerment
gptkbp:themes gptkb:education
gptkb:colonialism
gender roles
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tsitsi_Dangarembga
gptkb:Yvonne_Vera
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5