I Tituba, Black Witch of Salem is a novel written by Maryse Condé. The story is based on historical events that occurred during the Salem witch trials in Massachusetts in the late 17th century. The protagonist of the novel is Tituba, a young enslaved woman of African descent who is accused of practicing witchcraft. Tituba's character is based on a real person who was one of the first women to be accused during the Salem witch trials. In the novel, Tituba is portrayed as an intelligent and strong-willed woman who possesses knowledge of herbal medicine and traditional African spirituality. Although she is initially accused of witchcraft, she eventually embraces her powers and uses them to help others.
Nicholas R. Jones is Assistant Professor of Spanish and Africana Studies at Bucknell University, USA. His publications include the forthcoming monograph Staging Habla de negros: Radical Performances of the African Diaspora in Early Modern Spain and articles in the Journal for Early Modern Cultural Studies, Arizona Journal of Hispanic Cultural Studies, and Hispanic Review, among others.
Her publications include a monograph, Black Africans in the British Imagination English Narratives of the Early Atlantic World 2016 , and a co-edited volume, Teaching with Tension Race, Reality, and Resistance in the Classroom forthcoming. Her publications include a monograph, Black Africans in the British Imagination English Narratives of the Early Atlantic World 2016 , and a co-edited volume, Teaching with Tension Race, Reality, and Resistance in the Classroom forthcoming.
Although she is initially accused of witchcraft, she eventually embraces her powers and uses them to help others. Through the character of Tituba, Condé explores themes of race, gender, and power. As an enslaved woman in a Puritan society, Tituba faces oppression and marginalization.
Early Modern Black Diaspora Studies : A Critical Anthology
Early Modern Black Diaspora Studies brings into conversation two fields—Early Modern Studies and Black Studies—that traditionally have had little to say to each other. This disconnect is the product of current scholarly assumptions about a lack of archival evidence that limits what we can say about those of African descent before modernity. This volume posits that the limitations are not in the archives, but in the methods we have constructed for locating and examining those archives. The essays that make up this volume offer new critical approaches to black African agency and the conceptualization of blackness in early modern literary works, historical documents, material and visual cultures, and performance culture. Ultimately, this critical anthology revises current understandings about racial discourse and the cultural contributions of black Africans in early modernity and in the present across the globe.
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Toward a Political Ecology of Marronage in the SixteenthCentury Caribbean Race and Sexuality in Wycherleys The Country Wife Part II Archives and Methods SubSaharan Isolation in Black Dance Historiography Citing Enslaved Africans in the French Caribbean c16501685What One Enslaved Womans Testimony During the Salem Witch Trials Can Tell Us About Early American Literature
Toni Morrisons A Mercy and SeventeenthCentury European Religious Concepts of Race The Erotic Politics of Servitude in The Tempest and Its Postcolonial Afterlife A Critical Roundtable Chapter 10 Necrocapitalism and the Early Modern Iberian Black Diaspora as Academic Field A Response to John Beusterien Truth Giovanni and Shakespeare A Response to Dennis BrittonБольше Part III Period Tensions Black Life Matters in Shakespeares Titus Andronicus
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Cassander L. Smith is Associate Professor of English at the University of Alabama, USA. Her publications include a monograph, Black Africans in the British Imagination: English Narratives of the Early Atlantic World (2016), and a co-edited volume, Teaching with Tension: Race, Reality, and Resistance in the Classroom (forthcoming).
Nicholas R. Jones is Assistant Professor of Spanish and Africana Studies at Bucknell University, USA. His publications include the forthcoming monograph Staging Habla de negros: Radical Performances of the African Diaspora in Early Modern Spain and articles in the Journal for Early Modern Cultural Studies, Arizona Journal of Hispanic Cultural Studies, and Hispanic Review, among others.
Miles P. Grier is Assistant Professor of English at Queens College, CUNY, USA. He is finishing a book manuscript on Othello and the racialization of Atlantic literacy. His publications include essays in The William and Mary Quarterly, Politics and Culture, and The Journal of Popular Music Studies, among others.
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| Название | Early Modern Black Diaspora Studies: A Critical Anthology |
| Редакторы | Cassander L. Smith , Nicholas R. Jones , Miles P. Grier |
| Издатель | Springer, 2018 |
| ISBN | 3319767860, 9783319767864 |
| Количество страниц | Всего страниц: 244 |
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However, she also possesses a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the natural world, which gives her a sense of agency and empowerment. The novel sheds light on the complexity of the Salem witch trials and challenges the dominant narrative that portrayed the accused women as mere victims or as evil beings. It emphasizes the humanity and individuality of the accused women, highlighting the injustices they faced and the resilience they demonstrated in the face of persecution. Overall, I Tituba, Black Witch of Salem is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that reimagines an important chapter in American history. It addresses issues of identity, power, and the impact of colonialism, inviting readers to confront the complexities of the past and reflect on its relevance to contemporary society..
Reviews for "The Black Witch of Salem: Witchcraft, Magic, and Religion"
1. Emma - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to reading "The Titua Black Witch of Salem", but I ended up being thoroughly disappointed. The writing style was choppy and difficult to follow, and the storyline felt disjointed. The characters were underdeveloped, and I couldn't connect with any of them. The dialogue was also awkward and unrealistic, making it hard for me to stay engaged in the story. Overall, I found the book to be a letdown and not worth the hype it received.
2. Jason - 1 star - "The Titua Black Witch of Salem" was one of the worst books I've ever read. The plot was convoluted and confusing, and the author seemed to have no clear direction or purpose for the story. The writing was amateurish, with numerous grammatical and spelling errors throughout. I found it hard to stay engaged in the story because of the poor writing and lack of character development. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Titua Black Witch of Salem", but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The pacing was slow, and the story dragged on unnecessarily. The author tried to incorporate too many subplots, making the main storyline difficult to follow and losing my interest. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it hard to connect with the characters. While the concept had potential, the execution was lacking, and I found myself struggling to finish the book.
4. Alex - 1 star - "The Titua Black Witch of Salem" was a complete waste of time for me. The writing was terrible, with numerous plot holes and inconsistencies. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, and their actions and motivations felt unrealistic. The book was also filled with clichés and predictable twists, making it incredibly boring and unoriginal. I would not recommend this book to anyone who appreciates quality writing and engaging storytelling.