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The Antilles: Fragments of Epic Memory.

Authors :
Walcott, Derek
Source :
New Republic; 12/28/92, Vol. 207 Issue 27, p26-32, 6p
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Presents the author's evaluatory description about the history and evolutionary literary style, based on epic literature. Experiences during the author's visit to India and seeing "Ramleela," the epic dramatization of the Hindu epic "Ramayana"; Evaluation of the cultural traditions associated with performing epic drama; Felicity of epical customs; Discussion of the Antillean art and culture; Features of poetry as a method of self-discovery; Fragmented languages and cultural influences on literature; Evaluation of the Antillean art as the restoration of shattered histories.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00286583
Volume :
207
Issue :
27
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
New Republic
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
12030683