About
Maryse Condé was a celebrated French novelist, critic, and playwright from Guadeloupe. Her writing often explored themes of colonialism, race, gender, and identity in the Caribbean and African diaspora. Condé was also an accomplished academic, teaching at universities in West Africa, North America, and Europe. Her most famous novel is *Ségou*, a historical saga that examines the complexities of pre-colonial Africa.
Career Timeline
Early Novels Published
Began her writing career, exploring Caribbean themes.
'Ségou' Published
Her most famous novel, critical acclaim.
Established Voice in Literature
Continued writing novels and essays.
Alternative Nobel Prize
Awarded the New Academy Prize in Literature.
Death in April
Condé passed away after a prolific career.
Legacy in Francophone Literature
Remembered as a key Caribbean writer.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026