Topics for Further Study
Using the example of Annie and her mother, what can we infer about the family's psychological dynamics? Is there a universal model, or do we each have unique familial relationships?
Examine how families, particularly mothers, are depicted in contemporary media compared to their portrayal in the novel. Use examples from television sitcoms, cartoons, and films to support your analysis.
Consider Annie's illness and the assistance she received from the obeah woman. Does your family rely on any traditional remedies? Ask your parents about the treatments their parents used when they were unwell and compare these to how your family addresses illness today.
Investigate the politics surrounding travel or photographic hunting. Are there ethical considerations in the pursuit of leisure or hunting? What are the effects of the multi-billion-dollar tourism industry on indigenous communities and the environment?
Reflect on the following excerpt from Kincaid's essay, A Small Place: "Have you ever wondered why it is that all we seemed to have learned from you is how to corrupt our society and how to be tyrants...? You came."
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