Afrikalı Leo by Amin Maalouf
Set against the backdrop of the 16th century, this historical novel follows the extraordinary journey of a young man born in the bustling city of Granada, who is captured and sold into slavery. As he navigates the complexities of identity and survival, he transforms from a captive to a respected scholar and diplomat, traversing the diverse landscapes of Africa and Europe. Through his eyes, readers witness the cultural exchanges and tensions of the Renaissance era, as well as the personal struggles of a man caught between two worlds, seeking to reconcile his past with his present.
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- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- French
- Length
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- Pages
- 344
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - Leo Africanus
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