In the beautiful, dazzling blueness of the Caribbean Sea, under the gaze of a constant, sparkling sun, beneath the eyes of a marvelous blue sky, with exotic and fascinating isles in the surrounding, Haiti, the lovely pearl, the captivating Black maiden, the precious jewel, the exquisite gem, spreads herself, unfolds her golden mantle like an African warrior queen sitting on a mahogany throne. There, in the bluest of seas, she lays, like a virgin taking a sun bath on a hot, sunny beach. Nowhere else has one seen such majestic mountains, shaped like breasts, with towering and shining summits and greenish hills. Nowhere else has one seen such resplendent contours, such beautiful curves, robed in such comely and lovely verdure. Nowhere else has one seen such graceful valleys and wondrous savannas, such gorgeous plains, magnificent torrents, and deep gorges, such cool rivers and limpid streams, such adorable sunny beaches. …show more content…
Nowhere else has there existed such a serene countryside, bedecked with such adorable thatched-covered huts and simple cottages. Nowhere else has one seen such a proud race, such a generous nation, such strong people. Thou art very dear to me, O Elysian and enchanting isle! Thou art dear to my heart because thou hast given birth to a race of gods, a nation of heroes, and a clan of giants. Thou hast given birth to men who have fought for equality, given their lives for liberty, and died in fraternity. Men who have left their indelible imprints on the annals of world history. Men who have fathered the very first Black nation on the face of the earth. I love and worship thee, O Haiti! Thy people love and worship thee like a
While the book covers on several thematic concerns, the issue of social inequality takes a major portion of the author’s attention. Particularly, Mountains Beyond Mountains highlights the economic inequality and disparate provision of healthcare services in Haiti, its impacts on the affected people and the possible solutions to this social inequality. To begin with,
Haiti, as we found out in chapter 3, was a melting pot of both Dahomey and Kongolese people from West and Central Africa. Each brought with them their native African traditional religion, what we have termed Voodoo. In the case of the Kongolese, they also had Catholic and French influences. Consequently Haiti was the home of a brand of Catholic-based Voodoo called “Haitian Voodoo” – which was practiced in the sugarcane fields of Haiti as the Dahomey and Kongolese people were melted together in a unique Creole setting. Now comes Louisiana, the twin sister of Haiti.
Taking Haiti is really informative gives the reader new perspective on an interesting chapter in American
It was taken by inconsiderate barbarous tyrants of France. So, Haitians took matter into their own hands. The Haitians wanted the French out of Haiti once and for all. No exceptions. They went to drastic measure to have Haiti French-free.
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Introduction I. (Attention Getter) Video II. (Relevancy Statement)- Haiti located in the subtropics on the western third of Hispaniola, the second largest island in the Caribbean, which it shares with Dominican Republic, our neighbor islands include Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. III. (Credibility Statement) - My family are from Haiti, I was born there then moved here with my mother when I was 11.
Haiti is traditionally known to be a poor, rural, and undeveloped country. In Dieumeme Noelliste’s article titled “Poverty and The Gospel: The Case of Haiti” she states that although
Being optimistic in tragic times, is a substantial challenge, but the people of Haiti find hope in each other. Author, Edwidge Danticat, portrays the idea of hope in a variety of different stories. Born in Port-au Prince, Haiti, Danticat’s background of Haiti, brings authenticity to the novel. The motif of family and friendship that thread throughs Danticat’s stories, suggests that even though people may be in times of despair, loved ones can bring a sense of hope. Hope is illuminated in “Children of the Sea”, through the unnamed boy and girl 's relationship.
Poetry Analysis Once the poem “History Lesson” was written numerous poetry foundations celebrated it for many reasons. “History Lesson” not only makes an impact on literature today it has also impacted people also. This poem inspires people and moves them to the point to where they can find a personal connection to the poem itself and to the writer. Not only does it hold emotional value for those who were victimized and those whose family were victimized by the laws of segregation, but the poem is also celebrated for its complexity. The poem uses many techniques to appeal to the reader.
Joshua Morgan Oral Communication Professor Currie General purpose-to inform Specific purpose- my classmates will be able to convey how I grew to have an intimate relationship with Haiti Central idea-Haiti has a special place in my heart Intro Attention grabber- Haiti is not a large country, Haiti 's border with the Dominican-Republic is only 159 miles. To put that in perspective, if you were to drive along the border at 60 mph 's, it would only take you 2 hours and 39 mins.
Even though Haiti’s a poor country, his people have a big heart. Parents don’t want their child to work, they make them focus on school only, and their education. On the other hand, Americans just consider a child to be lazy if at their teenage age they still don’t work. They raise their children to be independent different from Haitian that make their children to depend on them. Another fact is that Americans are not really friendly; they avoid contact with people, and they have a hypocrite smile on their face, however, Haitians are really friendly, sincere, and courteous.
The poem, At Mornington was written by Australian poet, Gwen Harwood. It was published in 1975 under her own name. At Mornington is about a woman reminiscing about her past when she is with her friend. There are many themes explored in this poem including memory, death and time passing.
Poems are short meaningful pieces of literature that can be interpreted in multiple ways depending upon the reader at hand. That is what makes a poem unique compared to other literature pieces because in a poem the author tends to use figurative language to fulfill meaning behind their work. One poem “Love is a Sickness Full of Woes” by Samuel Daniel describes the pains of being lovesick. Love can either benefit us if nurtured and cared for, but if not tended to then let loose can ultimately hurt us. As to another poem “American Solitude” by Grace Schulman describes a life of solitude being most warming to the soul to ward off loneliness.
“Someone says, Krik ? You answer, Krak ! And they say, I have many stories I could tell you” (Danticat 14). This collection of short stories is captivating. It shows the harsh reality of Haiti, but shows the beauty within as well.