This term, English 100 students will read the novel, Purple Hibiscus, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The novel is set in Nigeria in the latter half of the 20th century. Many of the themes and descriptions in the novel may be better understood by gaining context and background information provided within this guide. On each tab, there are topical articles collected for use by students for collaborative research and a project presentation in specific areas of study.