The Marriage of Anansewa and Edufa

Published as part of the Longman African Classics series by Pearson, this paperback volume brings together two celebrated dramatic works by Efua T. Sutherland: The Marriage of Anansewa and Edufa.

Rooted in Ghanaian storytelling traditions and dramatic form, Sutherland's plays explore family life, ambition, social customs, and moral choices. In The Marriage of Anansewa, Sutherland draws upon the popular Ananse folk tradition to create an engaging comedy of wit and resourcefulness, while Edufa presents a compelling dramatic tragedy centred on personal sacrifice and destiny. Together, these two works highlight the vibrancy and depth of twentieth-century West African theatre.

This collection is an essential text for secondary school literature students, university drama scholars, teachers, and general readers interested in classic African plays. Its clear presentation makes it well suited for classroom reading, literary analysis, and stage study across East and West Africa.