Whiteness

Whiteness as property: Angelina, Olivia, and Dido Throughout The Woman of Colour, the ways in which Angelina, a white woman, Olivia, a mixed-race woman, and Dido, a black woman, interact with one another convey the spectrum of racial marginalization during the long 18th century. Despite being equal human beings, I noticed a hierarchy in how each woman treats and almost worships whoever has higher social … Continue reading Whiteness

Lady

In the context of the long 18th century, the term “lady” refers to a woman, one who is refined, higher up in social status, classy, and usually wealthy. Within The Woman of Colour, A Tale, lady is often used to refer to both Olivia, our protagonist, and the women she finds herself surrounded by in England. The difference lies in the intentions behind each person’s … Continue reading Lady