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French Guiana: Memory Traces of the Penal Colony,New
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A top francophone writer explores postcolonial amnesia in a longoverdue translation from Matt ReeckHailed by Milan Kundera as 'an heir of Joyce and Kafka,' Prix Goncourt winner Patrick Chamoiseau is among the leading Francophone writers today. With most of his novels having appeared in English, this book opens a new window on his oeuvre. A moving poetic essay that bears witness to the forgotten history of the French penal colony in French Guiana, French GuianaMemory Traces of the Penal Colony accompanied by more than sixty evocative color photographs by Rodolphe Hammadi and translated, here for the first time, deftly by Matt Reeck.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'French Guiana: Memory Traces of the Penal Colony'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around postcolonial amnesia, exploring the forgotten history of the French penal colony in French Guiana.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Patrick Chamoiseau, a renowned Francophone writer and Prix Goncourt winner.
- Q: What type of book is 'French Guiana: Memory Traces of the Penal Colony'? A: This book is categorized as an essay, specifically a poetic essay that addresses historical themes.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 120 pages.
- Q: When was 'French Guiana: Memory Traces of the Penal Colony' published? A: The book was published on March 3, 2020.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a translation of another work? A: Yes, it is a translation of Patrick Chamoiseau's work, translated for the first time by Matt Reeck.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the book includes more than sixty evocative color photographs by Rodolphe Hammadi.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Patrick Chamoiseau? A: Readers can expect a moving and poetic writing style that reflects Chamoiseau's literary acclaim and influences from writers like Joyce and Kafka.