- “Madagascar” (2005): This animated comedy film follows the adventure of four animal friends who are mistakenly shipped from the Central Park Zoo in New York City to the island of Madagascar.
- “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” (2008): The sequel to the first film, it continues the story of Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe, and Gloria the hippopotamus as they try to find their way back home after crash-landing in Africa.
- “Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted” (2012): In this installment, the main characters join a traveling circus to evade capture by a determined animal control officer. They travel across Europe in an attempt to make their way back to New York.
- “The Penguins of Madagascar” (2014): While not set exclusively in Madagascar, this film spin-off from the franchise follows the adventures of the popular penguin characters – Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private – as they embark on a mission to stop an evil octopus.
- “Madagascar: A Little Wild” (2020-2023): This animated television series is a prequel to the original movie, showcasing the early adventures of Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria as young animals exploring the zoo before their journey to Madagascar.
- “Tsingy” by Joel Chenet: This historical novel explores the lives of a diverse group of characters in Madagascar during the French colonisation period. It delves into themes of cultural clash, identity, and the impact of colonialism on the island.
- “The Whale Caller” by Zakes Mda: Although not exclusively set in Madagascar, this novel includes sections that take place on the island. It tells the story of a man who communicates with whales and becomes enamored with a woman he meets on his journey.
- “The Dancer and the Thief” by Antonio Skármeta: While the majority of the story is set in Chile, parts of this novel are set in Madagascar. It follows the lives of two friends, one a thief and the other a dancer, as they navigate their personal and political challenges.
- “Varina” by Charles Frazier: A portion of this historical novel is set in Madagascar. It is a fictionalised account inspired by the life of Varina Davis, the wife of Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America. The story explores themes of love, war, and the complexities of relationships.
- “Voices from Madagascar: An Anthology of Contemporary Francophone Literature” by Jacques Bourgeacq: This anthology features a collection of stories and poems from various Malagasy authors. It provides a snapshot of the diverse literary landscape in Madagascar and offers insights into the country’s history, culture, and society.
WANDERLIST: Madagascar in books and on film
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