![]() ![]() ![]() In many African cultures, marriage has become a source of trauma for many women due to the patriarchal system practiced by many cultures. Manners failed in achieving the aim for which it was established. The results revealed that though, the author tries to present an angelic image of polygamy and virginity being held in high esteem, the underlying messages stigmatizing arranged and early marriages, Marriage which was established by God as a means of bringing comfort to the couple has now become a source of woe to many traditional African societies. an inventory of discourse and structure in novels upholding polygamy, on one hand, denouncing patriarchy on the other hand. Existing literature, interview with the author was reviewed using. ![]() A critical reading of the selected novel – Riwan ou le Chemin de sable par Ken Bugul was done. The study employed the framework of feminism. This paper analyzes the various socio-cultural practices and experiences relating to marriage with a critical view of polygamy, as seen in some traditional Senegalese societies. ![]()
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