I and I : epitaphs for the self in the work of V.S. Naipaul, Kamau Brathwaite and Derek Walcott / Rhonda Cobham-Sander.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cobham, Rhonda, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Caribbean literature (English)--History and criticism.

Caribbean literature (English).

Self in literature.

Epitaphs in literature.

Naipaul, V. S., 1932-2018--Criticism and interpretation.

Naipaul, V. S.

Brathwaite, Kamau, 1930-2020--Criticism and interpretation.

Brathwaite, Kamau.

Walcott, Derek--Criticism and interpretation.

Walcott, Derek.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (302 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Kingston, Jamaica : The University of the West Indies Press, [2016]

Summary:

This book by Rhonda Cobham-Sander explores the literary contributions and personal struggles of eminent Caribbean writers such as V.S. Naipaul, Derek Walcott, and Kamau Brathwaite. It delves into themes of mortality, legacy, and identity within the context of postcolonial Caribbean literature. The text examines the authors' personal experiences with death and fame, highlighting how these experiences influenced their works and shaped their literary legacies. The book aims to provide insights into the challenges faced by these writers as they crafted narratives that sought to establish a lasting cultural and literary presence amidst the historical complexities of the Caribbean. It is intended for scholars, students, and readers interested in Caribbean literature and postcolonial studies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Part 1

V.S. NAIPAUL

For Walter Raleigh

For C.L.R. James

For Blair

Last W/rites

Part 2

EKB

For Kamau

For Son/Sun

For Edward

Part 3

Derek Walcott

For Naipaul

For Brathwaite

For Walcott

Accidents

Notes.

Notes:

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9789766405786

9766405786

OCLC:

1393308065