“Made in Mauritius”. L’enigma delle origini nell’ultimo romanzo di Amal Sewtohul

Abstract

This presentation of the novel by francophone Mauritian author Amal Sewtohul aims to investigate the key concept of “origins”, particularly through the recurring image of the container, a floating object temporarily destined as a residence, where the protagonist is born and lives the fundamental experiences of his life. The examination of the different meanings attributed to the container allows for a comprehensive interpretation of the title of the novel: "Made in Mauritius".