'From a Crooked Rib' by Nuruddin Farah is a seminal work in African literature, offering a powerful look into the life of Ebla, a young Somali woman. Forced into an arranged marriage, Ebla flees her nomadic home in search of agency and a new life in Mogadishu. Farah masterfully depicts her journey of self-discovery as she navigates a complex world of tradition, modernity, and the struggle for female empowerment in a patriarchal society. The novel explores themes of identity, freedom, and the inherent challenges faced by women seeking independence, making it a timeless exploration of human resilience and the quest for autonomy against societal constraints.