Crni dečak

Crni dečak

Camara Laye

The work depicts the author's childhood in the African society of Guinea, his family life, customs, beliefs, and growing up between traditional culture and modern education.

Through the story, the boy learns the values ​​of work, respect for family and community, but also the challenges of being separated from home for school. The novel is written in a lyrical and warm style and provides a vivid depiction of African life, tradition, and the coming of age of a young man. It is considered an important work of African literature because it combines personal experience with a depiction of cultural identity and the colonial period.

Original title
L' enfant noir
Translation
Tanja Dugonjić
Editor
Muhamed Nuhić
Graphics design
Nina Tomin
Dimensions
16.5 x 11 cm
Pages
150
Publisher
Džepna knjiga, Sarajevo, 1956.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, excellent condition
 

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