Sembene is one of the major figures of African literature, and also one of Africa's foremost film directors. This is the first study to give an overview of his work in fiction and on screen.
This book examines Sembene Ousmane's radical reinterpretation of African history and culture, focusing on representations of the African city, animism, the role of women, colonialism and neo-colonialism. The author argues that Sembene 'imagines alternatives' to the dominant narratives of both Africa in general, and Senegal in particular.
North America: Africa World Press
- ISBN10 085255558X
- ISBN13 9780852555583
- Publish Date 21 December 2000 (first published 1 January 2000)
- Publish Status Inactive
- Out of Print 13 March 2006
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint James Currey
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 256
- Language English