Mariama BâFiction · Literary Fiction·1929–1981
Un chant écarlate
Synopsis
Mireille, a French woman, marries Ousmane, a Senegalese man, and moves to Dakar. Their love story quickly faces the harsh realities of cultural differences and societal expectations. As Ousmane embraces traditional polygamy, Mireille struggles with isolation and the erosion of her identity, leading to a profound examination of their relationship and the clash of their worlds.