Life as It Is

Marise Condé’s autobiography tells of her complicated relationships with her husband, lovers, relatives, and children against the backdrop of political conflicts. In her book, the author candidly describes her doubts, her search for the meaning of life, and the misunderstanding she faces from others. She believes that her works must always carry a political weight. Marise Condé is a laureate of the alternative Nobel Prize and a journalist whose books always address themes of slavery, racism, sexism, violence, and colonialism. Whether her prose takes the form of novels or an autobiography, it is always a deep exploration of herself, her roots, and political questions.