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AfroCreole: Power, Opposition, and Play in the Caribbean,Used
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This wideranging book explores the origins, development, and character of AfroCaribbean cultures from the slave period to the present day. Richard D. E. Burton focuses on ways in which African traditionsincluding those in religion, music, food, dress, and family structurewere transformed by interaction with European and indigenous forces to create the particular cultures of Jamaica, Trinidad, and Haiti. He demonstrates how the resulting AfroCreole cultures have both challenged and reinforced the social, political, and economic status quo in these countries.Jamaican slaves opposed slavery in many ways and one of the most important, Burton suggests, was the development of AfroChristianity. He pays particular attention to the Africanderived Christmas celebration of Jonkonnu as an expression of opposition and then documents religion in the postslavery period, with an emphasis on Rastafarianism in Jamaica and Vodou in Haiti. The element of play has always figured importantly in AfroCaribbean life. Burton examines the evolution of carnival and calypso in Trinidad and describes the significance of cricket in defining Caribbean national identity.Based on ten years of research, AfroCreole draws on historical, anthropological, sociological, and literary sources. Burton characterizes the emergence of Caribbean identity with three different national flavors and demonstrates how culture both reflects and impacts people's changing sense of their own political power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Afro-Creole: Power, Opposition, and Play in the Caribbean'? A: The book primarily explores the origins, development, and characteristics of Afro-Caribbean cultures from the slave period to the present day, emphasizing the transformation of African traditions through interaction with European and indigenous influences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Afro-Creole: Power, Opposition, and Play in the Caribbean' is Richard D. E. Burton.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a range of topics including Afro-Caribbean culture, religion, music, food, dress, family structure, and the impact of social, political, and economic factors in Jamaica, Trinidad, and Haiti.
- Q: What is the significance of Afro-Christianity according to the author? A: Burton highlights Afro-Christianity as a major form of opposition to slavery, particularly focusing on the African-derived Christmas celebration of Jonkonnu as a key expression of resistance.
- Q: How does the book address the evolution of Caribbean identity? A: Burton characterizes Caribbean identity through three distinct national flavors, demonstrating how culture reflects and influences people's sense of political power.
- Q: What is the format and condition of the book? A: 'Afro-Creole: Power, Opposition, and Play in the Caribbean' is available in paperback format and is listed as a new book.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 5, 1997.
- Q: What kind of research did the author conduct for this book? A: Richard D. E. Burton conducted ten years of research, utilizing historical, anthropological, sociological, and literary sources to develop the content.
- Q: Does the book discuss the role of play in Afro-Caribbean life? A: Yes, Burton examines the significance of play in Afro-Caribbean culture, including the evolution of carnival and calypso in Trinidad and the importance of cricket in defining national identity.