Scarlet SongLongman, 1985 - 171 pages Mireille, daughter of a French diplomat, Ousmane, son of a poor Muslim family in Senegal : two childhood sweethearts forced to share their love in secret. Their marriage shocks and dismays both sets of parents, but it soon becomes clear that their youthful optimism and love is a poor defense against the pressures of society. As Ousmane is lured back to his roots, Mireille is left humiliated, isolated and alone. The tyranny of tradition and chauvinism is brilliantly exposed in this passionate plea for human understanding. |
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... Djibril Gueye revealed his disillusion . ' According to his system of education , religious instruction was not a priority . His talibés were trained primarily for begging . ' When the Second World War broke out , Djibril Gueye was ...
... Djibril Gueye revealed his disillusion . ' According to his system of education , religious instruction was not a priority . His talibés were trained primarily for begging . ' When the Second World War broke out , Djibril Gueye was ...
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... Djibril Gueye , meanwhile , was carrying on a monologue consistent with his fatalism and his piety : ' Since this woman has embraced Islam , we must simply accept her into the bosom of our family . Ousmane Gueye owes us nothing more ...
... Djibril Gueye , meanwhile , was carrying on a monologue consistent with his fatalism and his piety : ' Since this woman has embraced Islam , we must simply accept her into the bosom of our family . Ousmane Gueye owes us nothing more ...
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Mariama Bâ. illuminated with the harsh white light of electric bulbs . El Hadj Djibril Gueye in his pilgrim's attire - white turban and burnous - officiated , surrounded by his co - religionists . Their role was to transmit his words ...
Mariama Bâ. illuminated with the harsh white light of electric bulbs . El Hadj Djibril Gueye in his pilgrim's attire - white turban and burnous - officiated , surrounded by his co - religionists . Their role was to transmit his words ...
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