In the Country of Others A Novel by Leila Slimani, Sam Taylor
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A Powerful Tale of Love, Race, and Independence
Lela Slimani’s latest novel follows Mathilde, a young Frenchwoman who falls in love with Amine, a Moroccan soldier, during World War II. As they settle in post-war Morocco, their interracial marriage parallels the country’s fight for independence, exploring themes of race, resilience, and the desire for autonomy.
Inspired by Personal History
Drawing on her own family’s story, Slimani crafts the first volume in a trilogy that delves into women's empowerment and the complexities of colonialism.
About the Author
Lela Slimani, the first Moroccan woman to win the Prix Goncourt, is a journalist, human rights advocate, and Emmanuel Macron’s representative for promoting French culture. She currently resides in Portugal.
Lela Slimani’s latest novel follows Mathilde, a young Frenchwoman who falls in love with Amine, a Moroccan soldier, during World War II. As they settle in post-war Morocco, their interracial marriage parallels the country’s fight for independence, exploring themes of race, resilience, and the desire for autonomy.
Inspired by Personal History
Drawing on her own family’s story, Slimani crafts the first volume in a trilogy that delves into women's empowerment and the complexities of colonialism.
About the Author
Lela Slimani, the first Moroccan woman to win the Prix Goncourt, is a journalist, human rights advocate, and Emmanuel Macron’s representative for promoting French culture. She currently resides in Portugal.
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