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ABSTRACT
The study aimed at identifying and examining the use of language to display gender politics in Mariam Ba “So Long a Letter”. Bâ skillfully employs language as a tool to explore the complexities of women's experiences in a patriarchal society, the clash between tradition and modernity, and the power dynamics within relationships. Language is used to highlight the struggles faced. The linguistic choices made by Bâ serve as a metaphor for the broader clash between African cultural heritage and Western influences. Language is employed to explore cultural identity in "So Long a Letter." Bâ incorporates both French and Wolof languages in the narrative, reflecting the bilingual nature of Senegal. The linguistic choices made by Bâ serve as a metaphor for the broader clash between African cultural heritage and Western influences. Mariama Bâ's "So Long a Letter" offers a compelling exploration of the multifaceted use of language as a means of self-expression, resistance, and cultural identity in the African context. Through the personal letters of her characters, Bâ skillfully demonstrates how language can be a powerful tool for individuals to assert their agency and navigate the complexities of a changing world.
