On Ajayi Crowther Street

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On Ajayi Crowther Street is a 2019 graphic novel by Elnathan John and illustrated by Alaba Onajin. It was published by Cassava Republic Press. [1] [2] [3]

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References

  1. "On Ajayi Crowther Street by Elnathan John and Àlàbá Ònájìn review – graphic novel". The Guardian . March 21, 2020.
  2. "Comics Book Review: On Ajayi Crowther Street by Elnathan John and Àlàbá Ònájìn. Cassava Republic, $24.95 (192p) ISBN 978-1-911115-90-8". Publishers Weekly .
  3. "The Notable African Books of 2019". Brittle Paper .