How might one describe the relationship Adichie has with her father?

The father-daughter relationship is very close. Both father and daughter respect each other greatly, and Adichie is devastated by the death of her father James.

Describe the academic background of James, Adichie's beloved father.

James was a statistician by trade and a full professor at the University of Nigeria. Although his training was in statistics, he was an astute critic of Adichie. In fact, he read and commented upon everything she wrote.

What are some of the challenges of choosing a burial date for James?

Besides the Nigerian airports being closed, the family must also contend with several strict requirements in Igbo culture. The date cannot be during the New Yam festival or any other community festival, and it must be on a Friday. In addition, the family must secure "clearance" which is the payment of...