Wole Soyinka’s The Lion and the Jewel is a cornerstone of African literature, offering a humorous yet biting exploration of the clash between African tradition and Western-influenced modernity. First performed in 1959 and published in 1962, this play remains a staple in academic curricula globally. How to Access the Play
The Lion and the Jewel was published in 1962 (in book form, after the 1959 performance). Under U.S. and Nigerian copyright law, works enter the public domain 70 years after the author’s death. Since Soyinka was born in 1934, this play will remain under copyright for many decades. Do not hold your breath for a free public domain version. download the lion and the jewel by wole soyinka pdf