Title: So Long a Letter

Summary

So Long a Letter by Mariama Bâ is an epistolary novel that tells the story of Ramatoulaye, a Senegalese woman writing a letter to her friend Aissatou.

The novel explores themes of polygamy, tradition, and the changing role of women in postcolonial Senegal.

Bâ's poignant narrative provides a powerful portrayal of female resilience and the challenges faced by women in a changing society.