Ben Obumselu

Benedict Ebele Obumselu (22 September 1930 – 4 March 2017) was a Nigerian literary critic, scholar, professor and one of the pioneers of African literary criticism. He was known for his studies on African literature, criticism and his influence on the development of literary scholarship in Nigeria. Quotes The African critic must begin from the realities of African literature itself. Ben Obumselu speaking on African literary criticism Literary criticism is not merely a matter of applying theories; it is an engagement with the literature and culture from which the work emerges. Ben Obumselu speaking on African literary criticism Every man is a lover and follows the Muse. Quote attributed to Ben Obumselu in a tribute by Isidore Diala. External links References Category:1930 births Category:2017 deaths Category:Nigerian writers Category:Nigerian literary critics