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It is important that the readers of this story should under stand at the outset that this is not a drama intended for the modern stage. I have had in mind rather the production of a work that might set forth dramatically something more than a decade of Negro achievement under the leadership of Negro genius. I have deliberately chosen to tell the story amply for those who care to preserve a precious record rather than to follow the limitations and prohibitions of a present-day cinema audience. I have also, in full view of all the risks, deliberately chosen blank verse as the only vehicle worthy of the dignity and elevation of my theme. We seem, as Mr. Trevelyan says, to have lost both the taste and tradition for this high medium. Serious and sensitive writers must undertake to restore both. I can only hope that patient hospitality may be accorded to that measure and rhythm most expressive of the power and cadence of our tongue.
Hayti has come to be a sort of challenge to the democratic sentiments and pretentions of our time. The little island sug gests to the average American certain vexations which it pre sented to our marines during the period of our late paternal investment. Nevertheless, it was in Hayti that the greatest of Negroes rose up to strike the shackles of slavery from the limbs and minds of his race forever, and thus to serve mightily the'cause of American independence. The conflict between Toussaint and Napoleon not only hastened the destruction of the emperor; it was a determining factor in making possible for Thomas Jefferson and Robert Livingstone the Louisiana Purchase. America therefore owes to this black Chieftain the ending of all Napoleon's dreams of empire in the western hemisphere. But for him we might now be reading a very different American history; and the problems left unsolved by him still amaze and blight the world.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1527710793
- ISBN 13 9781527710795
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages140
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling dramatic retelling of the Haitian Revolution, a pivotal event in the fight against slavery and colonialism. The author uses blank verse to elevate the story of Toussaint Louverture, a remarkable figure who rose from slavery to become a powerful leader and military strategist. The narrative explores the brutal realities of slave life, the complex dynamics of racial tensions, and the motivations behind the revolution. The book delves into the political machinations of the time, highlighting the role of France, Spain, and England in the struggle for control of the island. Through vivid dialogue and action-packed scenes, the author reveals the human cost of the revolution and the moral complexities faced by both its leaders and its participants. The bookââ â¢s exploration of Toussaintââ â¢s character, his motivations, and his complex relationship with other revolutionary leaders, including Jean-François and Biassou, offers a nuanced perspective on the Haitian Revolution and its legacy. The author skillfully weaves together history, drama, and poetry to present a nuanced portrayal of Toussaint Louverture, a figure whose story offers valuable insights into the nature of leadership, the struggle for freedom, and the enduring power of human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527710795_0
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