Description
Ti Chronik Lakaz is a book that takes us back to the world of Mauritius’s traditional little shops. These neighbourhood shops once played an important role in everyday life. They were much more than just places of business. People would do their shopping there, bump into neighbours and often exchange a few words.
Born out of a sense of nostalgia for these shops of yesteryear, Ti Chronik Lakaz recounts part of this history through anecdotes, memories and scenes from everyday life. The book draws inspiration in particular from iconic shops, such as that run by the Ah Kong couple, to bring to life an era that remains dear to the hearts of many Mauritians.
As you turn the pages, humour blends with emotion. The little stories told in this book evoke childhood memories and simple moments of life in Mauritius. They also allow us to rediscover certain traditions and customs that form part of our heritage.
Ti Chronik Lakaz thus celebrates the collective memory and Mauritian identity. It is a book that invites us to look back at the past with a touch of nostalgia, but also with a smile.