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By Claire Richer
ROLAND BRIVAL, LES DERNIERS JOURS DE RICHARD WAGNER (THE LAST DAYS OF RICHARD WAGNER)
Roland Brival takes us behind the scenes of Richard Wagner’s life, exploring the thoughts and confessions of the opera genius as he shares them with Barnabé, his valet and a former slave from Martinique. This well-researched novel transports us to Enlightenment-era Europe, offering a deep reflection on identity and adaptation through Barnabé’s emotional and situational intelligence. Firmly rooted in his own heritage, yet learning to navigate and evolve in this unfamiliar world, Barnabé provides a unique perspective. Roland Brival’s writing casts a spell, seamlessly blending reality and imagination with such finesse that readers are fully immersed in the journey.
VALÉRIE MARIN LA MESLÉE, ÉDOUARD GLISSANT’S LE DIAMANT
Valérie Marin La Meslée invites us into the poetic universe of Édouard Glissant by exploring his home, deeply connected to the natural elements, in the town of Le Diamant. Alongside photographer and close friend Anabell Guerrero, she embarks on a journey to understand the profound relationship between Glissant and his homeland.
Through intimate testimonies from family, friends, and those who often gathered around the writer on the terrace of his house-boat—a true hub of creativity and shared imagination—this book weaves together visions, emotions, confidences, memories, and anecdotes. It offers readers a chance to step inside the world of Édouard Glissant, to feel his presence and grasp his philosophy.
Get swept away on this extraordinary journey through time, experiencing Glissant’s legacy in a way that is both powerful and deeply moving.
DANY LAFERRIÈRE, UN CERTAIN ART DE VIVRE (A CERTAIN ART OF LIVING)
Dive into one of the latest works by Dany Laferrière, Un certain art de vivre. The renowned writer and Académie Française member, who was the guest of honor at the En Pays Rêvé Festival in Martinique last November, describes this book as a collection of his entire literary universe. Presented through maxims, reflections, and dreamlike musings, it encapsulates his unique voice.
In our special episode of Au Gré des Pages, dedicated to his work, we invite you to explore a part of his singular literary world. With his signature blend of poetry, social reflection, and subtle humor, Laferrière writes with a rare sense of freedom and intellectual elegance. We will also revisit one of his most influential novels, How to Make Love to a Negro Without Getting Tired, a book that has left a lasting impact on generations of readers and critics alike.
Join us for a fascinating and inspiring literary journey with Dany Laferrière as he shares his thoughts and reflections—an author whose voice continues to transcend borders.
