In Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart," Okonkwo uses his gun primarily as a symbol of his status and masculinity. At one point, he accidentally kills a clansman with it during a funeral ceremony, which leads to his exile from the village. The incident underscores the themes of personal and cultural conflict, as Okonkwo's reliance on violence to assert his power ultimately contributes to his downfall.
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