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A pamphlet of a political nature, 'Respect for Human Dignity', is Nnamdi Azikiwe's Inaugural Address as the first African Governor-General and Commander in Chief of the Federation of Nigeria. Addressing his fellow Nigerians on 16 November 1960,…

This long pamphlet is described as "a novel on the dangers of illegal injections and self-medications," (pg.70). Neither an advice guide nor how-to pamphlet, this fictional account joins others by Akuneme that cover issues related to mental health,…

Although this is one of only a few pamphlets written by a woman, this edition of 'A Woman's Pride is Her Husband' probably from 1962, was "revised and enlarged" by Felix N. Stephen, another popular and prolific pamphlet author. This situation raises…

This is a how-to pamphlet where "you will learn the styles and ways to write "letters that are "very interesting and reasonable, and the English very educative," (pg.4). Abiakam advises his readers to "Read and recommend to your friends one by one…

This illustration of wrestling, the most popular sport in Ibo land, is taken from The Ibo Native Law and Custom (pg. 25).

This illustration of a pregnant woman begging a man to marry her while he attempts to flee is taken from Life Turns Man Up and Down, (pg. 3).

This illustration of a poverty-striken worker is taken from Life Turns Man Up and Down, (pg. 9).

This illustration of a "juju" priest is taken from The Ibo Native Law and Custom (pg. 28).

Photo of Onitsha Market taken by Thomas R. Buckman. Reproduced with permission.

Illustration of The King in the drama, My Seven Daughters are After Young Boys, (pg. 34).