Batouala (1922)

Batouala is a novel written by Ren����� Maran and published in 1922. The book is set in French Equatorial Africa and follows the life of Batouala, a tribal chief, as he navigates the changing landscape of colonialism and the impact it has on his people. The story is told through the eyes of a French colonial administrator, who is attempting to bring modernization and civilization to the region. However, he soon realizes that the traditional way of life of the indigenous people is not something that can be easily replaced. The novel is an exploration of the clash between Western civilization and African culture, and the devastating effects of colonialism on the people and their way of life. Maran's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of the African landscape and the people who inhabit it. Through Batouala's story, the reader gains insight into the complex relationships between the colonizers and the colonized, and the struggle for power and control. Batouala is considered a significant work of African literature, as it was one of the first novels written by an African author to be awarded the prestigious Prix Goncourt. The book is a powerful commentary on the impact of colonialism on African societies and remains relevant today as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for independence and self-determination.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.