Folk literature is used widely throughout the world. It helps all generations learn about life and to promote good will. This type of literature also contains a variety of genres including fiction, poetry, and drama. These genres as well as the literature, provide essence for different countries and people. Chinua Achebe uses folk literature in "Things Fall Apart" to enhance the overall story.

The story "Things Fall Apart" is centered on the Ibo tribe and their traditions. As a result, religious myths play a key role within the society. For example: The Ibo believe that swelling of the body is an abomination. To preserve the tribe from the power of their gods, the clan casts this person into the Evil Forest to depart from life. There are many other myths with the Ibo religion that help the reader understand their way of life.

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