Description
Mariama Ba's seminal novel unfolds as a poignant letter from Ramatoulaye to her dearest friend, Aissatou, chronicling the profound grief and societal challenges following the death of Ramatoulaye's husband. Through intimate reflections and shared memories, the narrative delves into the complexities of marriage, widowhood, and the enduring strength of female friendship in post-colonial Senegal. Ba masterfully explores themes of tradition versus modernity, polygamy, and the quest for female autonomy, offering a powerful and lyrical examination of women's lives and resilience.
Available Editions
paperback
Greenwood Press
Published Aug 1, 1982
96 pages
ISBN: 9780086068293
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Details
First Published
1979
Language
eng
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for So Long a Letter by Mariama Ba.