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Duras, Claire de Durfort, duchesse de
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Durfort, Claire Louise Rose Bonne de Coëtnempren de Kersaint de, duchesse de Duras
Durfort, Claire Louise Rose Bonne de Coetnempren de Kersaint de, duchesse de Duras
Ourika
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"Ourika" by Claire de Duras is a poignant novella written during the early 19th century. This work explores themes of identity, race, and societal exclusion, telling the story of a young woman of African descent raised in the French aristocracy. It reflects the complexities of her life and the inner turmoil she faces due to the racial prejudices of her society. The narrative follows Ourika, who is brought from Senegal to France as a child and raised in the household of Madame de B., a kind and cultured woman. Despite her privileged upbringing, Ourika grapples with her identity as a Black woman in a predominantly white society. As she matures, she becomes acutely aware of her alienation and the societal barriers that prevent her from forming meaningful connections. The story delves into her deep emotional struggles, love for her benefactor's grandson, Charles, and the ultimate recognition of her loneliness and exclusion. Ultimately, Ourika finds solace in religious devotion, choosing to take the veil as a means of escaping the pain of her existence. The novella is a powerful exploration of race, belonging, and the search for identity in a world that is often unforgiving. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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France -- Fiction
Race relations -- Fiction
Women, Black -- Fiction
Africans -- France -- Fiction
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