Mariama Ba

About

Senegalese feminist author whose novels focus on the plight of African women. Her notable works include So Long a Letter and Scarlet Song.

Before Fame

Before publishing her debut novel in 1981, she trained as a teacher.

Trivia

So Long a Letter, her first work of fiction, was awarded the 1980 Noma Prize.

Family Life

She married a member of Senegal's Parliament. After having nine children, she and her husband divorced.

Associated With

She and Helene Cixous were fellow feminists.