the tragedy of nervous conditions is that education reaps a series of problems in the individual's psyche an in relationships. discuss
Is education a tragedy in Nervous conditions?
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the tragedy of nervous conditions is that education reaps a series of problems in the individual's psyche an in relationships. discuss
I don't think education is the cause for social problems rather than inequalities in education among boys and girls facilitate these problems. Tambu was born a girl and thus faces a fundamental disadvantage, since traditional African social practice dictates that the oldest male child is deemed the future head of the family. All of the family’s resources are poured into developing his abilities and preparing him to lead and provide for his clan. When Nhamo dies, the tragedy is all the more profound since no boy exists to take his place. Tambu steps into the role of future provider, yet she is saddled with the prejudices and limitations that shackled most African girls of her generation. Her fight for an education and a better life is compounded by her gender. Gender inequality and sexual discrimination form the backdrop of all of the female characters’ lives. In the novel, inequality is as infectious as disease, a crippling attitude that kills ambition, crushes women’s spirits, and discourages them from supporting and rallying future generations and other female relatives.
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