Description
In this electrifying novel, an elderly enslaved man makes a desperate bid for freedom, fleeing into the untamed Martinique rainforest with his enslaver and a relentless hound in pursuit. As the man plunges deeper into the wild, the overwhelming presence of nature begins to warp reality and time itself, transforming both the fugitive and his pursuers. Patrick Chamoiseau masterfully blends adventure with a profound exploration of the brutal legacy of slavery, offering a haunting and beautiful narrative that pulses with the vibrant spirit of Creole culture. This is a story that transcends time, fearlessly confronting the cruelty of the slave trade while celebrating the resilience of the human spirit.
Available Editions
paperback
New Press, The
Published Jan 1, 2018
100 pages
ISBN: 9781620972960
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Details
First Published
2018
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Slave Old Man by Patrick Chamoiseau.