Description
Set against the backdrop of the flourishing kingdom of Segu in 1797, this sweeping saga chronicles the profound societal shifts brought by the arrival of Islam and the burgeoning slave trade. The narrative centers on Dousika Traore, the king's trusted advisor, and his four sons, each navigating the turbulent currents of change in their own distinct paths. From embracing a new faith to falling victim to the slave trade, their lives intertwine with the epic struggles of a continent on the brink of transformation. Maryse Condé masterfully weaves a tale of family, faith, and the enduring spirit of Africa amidst the violent impacts of conquest and colonization.
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Unknown
Published Jan 1, 1990
484 pages
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Details
First Published
1989
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Children of Segu by Maryse Condé.