by Amadou Hampâté Bâ · J'AI LU · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9782290051788
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«Oui mon commandant !» is the second part of Amadou Hampâté Bâ's memoirs, published by J'ai Lu in paperback (512 pages, in French).
In the second part of his memoirs, the author recalls his time as a colonial official in Upper Volta. With humour, he portrays the cultural clash and administrative life of the era, alongside his spiritual growth and the teachings of his master upon returning to Mali. It is an intimate account that blends oral tradition with a lucid view of colonial Africa.
Second volume of the author's memoirs, titled «Mémoires II», originally published in 1999.
A read for those interested in African colonial history, memoir literature and oral tradition.
