Description
Ousmane Sembène's powerful novel vividly chronicles the 1947 Dakar-Niger railway strike, a pivotal moment in West African history. Through the eyes of ordinary men and women, the story unfolds the profound personal and political sacrifices made in the struggle for dignity and fair treatment against colonial powers. As the strike intensifies, the women of the railway workers emerge as formidable forces, challenging traditional roles and leading the charge when their families face starvation and oppression. This epic narrative masterfully explores themes of resistance, solidarity, and the shifting dynamics of power, ultimately revealing how collective action can dismantle inequality.
Available Editions
paperback
Heinemann
Published Feb 1, 1996
256 pages
ISBN: 9780435909598
paperback
Head of Zeus
Published Jan 1, 2024
ISBN: 9781035900848
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Details
First Published
1960
Language
eng
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for God's Bits of Wood by Ousmane Sembène.