Themes and Concepts in "Things Fall Apart"

One of the themes in "Things Fall Apart" is the question whether or not it is better to have change or to keep tradition. This question has various affects on all the characters. Okonkwo hates the new changes being made in government and religion. He feels that if these changes are made people will view him as being "weak." This change in Okonkwo's opinion means his fear of losing his social status in the community, …

…that the villagers' value being a good warrior and they have no interest in a person having artistic talent. Whereas many people in the 21st century would look at those qualities that the villagers look for and feel that that is savage, barbaric, and primitive behavior and should not be praised. Simultaneous many people in the 21st century do value artistic talents. These are themes and ideas that can be found in "Things Fall Apart".