Dionne Brand emphasizes that classical English literature has profoundly shaped modern narrative structures and cultural understanding, necessitating a critical reassessment of these texts' implications.
Brand articulates the need for writers to reflect on what they are 'writing into' and 'writing over,' as traditional narrative forms are deeply entrenched in historical injustices and structures.
In her book Salvage, Brand revisits canonical texts to highlight how they have perpetuated capitalism and colonialism, advocating for alternative readings to challenge these narratives.
Brand's insights suggest that the legacy of 17th-19th century English literature continues to influence perceptions of identity, power, and oppression in contemporary society.
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