Life is never easy; they often take unexpected turns, where you find yourself in a previously unimaginable situation. This is what happens to Okonkwo in Achebe's Things Fall Apart. Okonkwo was one of the greatest clan members of the village of Iguedo, where he proved to be an important contributor as a farmer and warrior of the clan, unlike his father, who was considered a failure in terms of masculinity. Due to an unfortunate incident, in which Okonkwo's gun shoots and kills a young man, Okonkwo is exiled to his homeland, losing not only his farm and his fence, but also the prestige he has built over the years, strengthening his confidence in his masculinity. Okonkwo sees his exile as a tragedy, yet he is welcomed and accepted by his uncle, who offers him and his family a new start. However, this is not appreciated by Okonkwo, who continues to consider himself part of the Iguedo clan and focuses on his return, where he will build an even better life than before. Exiles are often considered a punishment after a serious one...