“To lift us out of the bog of tradition, superstition and custom, to make us appreciate a multitude of civilizations without renouncing our own, to raise our vision of the world, cultivate our personalities, strengthen our qualities, to make up for our inadequacies, to develop universal moral values in us: these were the aims of our admirable headmistress.”
In this deeply moving narrative, a woman pens a lengthy letter to her deceased friend, revealing her own personal struggles and the complexities of her life. The letter serves as a vehicle for the protagonist to confront her past, grapple with her emotions, and ultimately find solace in the act of writing. The story delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the enduring power of friendship. more
Mariama Bâ, born on April 17, 1929, in Dakar, Senegal, and died on August 17, 1981, was a renowned Senegalese author. Her works focus on the lives of African women, profoundly revealing the impact of colonialism and gender discrimination on African society. more
“Life was made up of two parts for him: the school life and school of life...”
“We learned more from a three-minute record, baby, than we ever learned in school.”