Answer the following:
Using Alison Donnell's 'Contradictory (W)omens?' essay as your foundation, explore Una Marson's poetry in this anthology both as departures from the 'British models and [their] lack of experimentation and authenticity', and declarations of identity for Jamaican women.
In addition to your response to your selected question (at least 5 pages), it is expected that you will provide at least two sources. Start your research on all facets of your chosen question as soon as possible. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me.
Essay to be in Arial or Times 12pt font and double spaced. Be sure to cite in accordance with MLA guidelines.
This essay is DUE Monday, October 3, 2011
NO EXCEPTIONS
Based on the following essay readings, what are the major concerns of West Indian writers 1930-1949? Avoid summarizing, attempt to engage the suggestions and comments of the writers. Examine where they are at variance with each other. What topics and ideas seem to persist?
Essays
Discovering Literature in Trinidad: The Ninteen Thirties - CLR James
Through a Maze of Colour - Albert Gomes
The Beacon Editorials
The Challenge of Our Time - JEC McFarlane
The Cultural Revolution in Jamaica after 1938 - VS Reid
Where the Roots Lie - Roger Mais
We Want Books - But Do We Encourage Our Writers? - Una Marson
Contradictory (W)omens? Gender Consciousness in the Poetery of Una Marson - Alison Donnell
On Reading Louise Bennett, Seriously - Mervyn Morris
Images of Men and Women in 1930s Calypsoes - Gordon Rohlehr
Your response to the question must be at least 3 pages.
Essay to be in Arial or Times 12pt font and double spaced. Be sure to cite in accordance with MLA guidelines.
This essay is DUE Wednesday, October 5, 2011
NO EXCEPTIONS
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