Slave Old Man by Patrick Chamoiseau
Set in the lush, untamed wilderness of Martinique, this evocative tale follows the harrowing escape of an elderly enslaved man who flees the oppressive confines of a sugarcane plantation. Pursued relentlessly by a ruthless plantation owner and his ferocious mastiff, the old man embarks on a perilous journey through the dense, mysterious forest. As he navigates the treacherous terrain, the narrative unfolds in a lyrical exploration of freedom, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of survival, weaving together elements of magical realism and profound reflections on the human condition.
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- Published
- 1997
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- L'Esclave vieil homme et le molosse
- The Old Slave
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 100 Notable Books of 2018 (New York Times)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)