The word “outcast”, although not dispersed by name throughout The Woman of Colour, plays a large role in Olivia’s journey and overall experience. This is particularly exemplified in Olivia’s time in England where she is ostracized for being Black. While there, she experiences racism and hate on a level not experienced by the white characters around her. Thus, it is important to understand just how … Continue reading Outcast
When looking at the word “gender” in The Woman of Colour, I think it is important to focus particularly on the way in which Olivia’s gender alone plays a role in her experiences. During this time women had strict societal expectations, various limitations, and often faced disadvantages. This is exemplified in Olivia’s interactions with men, specifically those in a higher position of power than her. … Continue reading Gender
The Woman of Colour is an epistolary novel at heart and thus explores letter writing within the novel’s main character, Olivia. Without even thinking about it, Olivia is using her hands as a channel to write and regress into her life back in Jamaica. In addition, the novel also holds slavery and racism at its core. Thus, these hands also embody the labor and cruelties … Continue reading Hand
