Description
Set against the backdrop of 1950s France, this powerful novel plunges into the harsh realities faced by African immigrant workers. Through the eyes of Diaw Falla, a docker in Marseille, the story exposes the brutal racism and economic exploitation endemic to their lives. Sembène vividly portrays the deplorable living conditions and precarious employment that define their existence, offering a searing indictment of societal injustice. This work is a testament to the author's deep engagement with the struggles of the working class and his unflinching critique of oppression.
Available Editions
paperback
Heinemann
Published Jan 1, 1987
120 pages
ISBN: 9780435908973
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Details
First Published
1956
Language
fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Black Docker by Ousmane Sembène.