The poem is about protesting against historical references. Its about the anger the peot feels that history is very one-sided. E.g. 'Dem tell me about 1066 and all dat, dem tell me bout **** Whittington and he cat, But toussaint L'Oviture, no dem never tell me bout dat.
It goes through black historical figures stating how they aren't taught about these people. Gives lead to the theme of racism.
Spoken in Carribean creole giving it a rhythm.
Use of language gives a powerful voice.
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Themes
Racism
Anger
Historical
Cultural
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Idea's
Writes about truth and fiction. Includes the use of Nursery ryhmes and fairtale references (supported by strong rhythm and rhyme scheme) callenges the truth.
It compares historical references to fairytales.
Italics are used to indicate a change in voice - more serious one.
Use of 'me' in title instead of my makes it seem as if its saying that its about all of us. (focuses reader) - linked to identity.
Its written in a way that makes it seem as if it is getting louder as you read it.
It uses 'Dem' alot which creates a key way of exploration about alienation.
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