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Fighting historical amnesia: Octavia E. Butlers "Kindred"

Dialectics of oppression and social aspects

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Exploring themes of shame and generational anger, the work reflects on the complexities of African American history and identity. It discusses Butler's intention behind her narrative, which sends a contemporary character back to the era of slavery, highlighting the emotional struggles faced by older generations who exhibited humility towards their oppressors. This seminar paper delves into the historical context of the 1960s, capturing the tensions between past injustices and the desire for progress in the African American community.

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Fighting historical amnesia: Octavia E. Butlers "Kindred", Saskia Guckenburg

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2013
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