Storytelling Library · 6 February 2022 · Podcast conversation
In this podcast conversation for the Storytelling Library, Véronique Tadjo reflects on her multifaceted career as both a writer and a visual artist. Recorded on February 6, 2022, the discussion centers on her profound exploration of memory and the enduring impact of historical trauma. Tadjo provides deep insights into her seminal work, The Shadow of Imana, which chronicles her journey to Rwanda following the 1994 genocide. She examines how literature and art serve as vital tools for bearing witness to human suffering while navigating the complexities of collective remembrance and the search for reconciliation in the aftermath of tragedy.