James, C. L.

Toussaint Louverture

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ISBN 13:
9780822353140
author:
James, C. L.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Duke University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
21.89 x 16 x 1.52 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Drama, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£19.42

Description

C. L. R. James's play Toussaint Louverture: The Story of the Only Successful Slave Revolt in History is a powerful portrayal of the Haitian revolutionary leader caught between the brutal realities of New World slavery and the modern ideals of the Enlightenment. First performed in 1936 at London's Westminster Theatre, this groundbreaking production marked a significant milestone for black professional actors on the British stage. The play has been rediscovered and reissued with additional materials, including the original program, photographs, reviews, and editorial notes. This edition provides a unique insight into James's vision of Toussaint Louverture as a figure who embodied both tragedy and heroism in the face of racism and oppression.

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