A novel of exile and return evoking the hardship and the magic of life in Haiti.
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April 13, 1953
Dany Laferrière explores themes of identity and exile in his work, often drawing on his experiences from his native Haiti and life in the Americas. His writing is characterized by its poetic language and insightful observations of the human condition. Laferrière delves into the complexities of intercultural relationships and the search for belonging in an ever-changing world. He is considered a significant voice in contemporary Francophone literature, resonating with readers through his depth and sincerity.
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Un art de vivre par temps de catastrophe
- 51 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Pourquoi ne profite-t-on pas de tout ce qui nous arrive pour changer notre vie?
- 1991
Playing both sides of racial and sexual stereotypes against the middle, this book takes aim at all manner of sacred cows. It begins by pronouncing a funeral elegy for the myth of the great black lover, but love, class and colour are entwined in this story of one man's progress as an immigrant.
