Le Symbole Archétypique De L’Océan Dans Deux Romans De Fatou Diome

Abstract

The ocean has been a powerful symbol in literature and mythology, representing various ideas such as life, death, rebirth, chaos, and transformation. In Fatou Diome's novels, Le Ventre de l'atlantique (2003) and Celles qui attendent (2010), the ocean symbolizes both separation and connection between Africa and Europe. This reflects the complex relationship between the two continents, shaped by colonialism, slavery, and migration. Previous research on these novels has focused on migration and utopianism, but little attention has been given to the use of the ocean as an archetypal symbol. This article aims to explore how Fatou Diome employs the ocean as a symbolic representation to convey themes of migration, identity, and belonging. By examining specific examples from her novels using Carl Jung's archetypal theory, we can gain a deeper understanding of how Diome uses this symbol to create meaning and convey important messages about contemporary African society.