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“L'amitié a des grandeurs inconnues de l'amour. Elle se fortifie dans les difficultés, alors que les contraintes massacrent l'amour. Elle résiste au temps qui laisse et désunit les couples. Elle a des élévations inconnues de l'amour.”

Quote by Mariama Bâ

Work

So Long a Letter

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

Author

Mariama Bâ
Mariama Bâ

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

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