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Author Thomas, J. J. (John Jacob), 1841?-1889
Title Froudacity; West Indian Fables by James Anthony Froude Explained by J. J. Thomas
Note Reading ease score: 48.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Froudacity; West Indian Fables by James Anthony Froude Explained by J. J. Thomas" is a critical commentary and rebuttal written in the late 19th century. This work addresses the misrepresentations and prejudices present in James Anthony Froude's travels in the West Indies, focusing particularly on his views of the Black population and colonial governance. The author, J. J. Thomas, seeks to defend the dignity and rights of the Afro-Caribbean people, countering Froude's negative assertions about their character, societal roles, and political aspirations. At the start of this tattered yet powerful defense, Thomas reflects on Froude's writings, interpreting them as motivated by racial bias and colonial ideology. He highlights specific instances from Froude's travel narratives that portray the lives of colonized peoples in a derogatory light, claiming they thrive under British rule. Thomas disputes this depiction by offering a more nuanced understanding of the socio-political dynamics in the West Indies, particularly in Trinidad, Barbados, St. Vincent, and Grenada. He emphasizes the importance of historical context and lived experiences, striving to assert the capabilities, resilience, and aspirations of the West Indian people against the backdrop of colonial oppression. This opening serves as an introduction to a broader narrative in which Thomas not only defends his subject matter but also seeks to reclaim agency and identity for the Afro-Caribbean populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F975: United States local history: Central American, West Indian, and other countries protected by and having close political affiliations with the United States
Subject Froude, James Anthony, 1818-1894. English in the West Indies
Subject West Indies -- Description and travel
Subject West Indies, British -- Description and travel
Subject Great Britain -- Colonies -- America -- Administration
Subject Race relations
Category Text
EBook-No. 4068
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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