46 pages 1 hour read

Maryse Condé

I, Tituba: Black Witch of Salem

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992

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Maryse Condé's I, Tituba: Black Witch of Salem offers a poignant retelling of the Salem witch trials through the eyes of an enslaved woman. Critics commend Condé’s vivid prose and portrayal of racial and gender injustices. Some argue the narrative occasionally lacks historical accuracy and coherence, but overall it is hailed for its powerful, imaginative storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I, Tituba: Black Witch of Salem?

A reader who enjoys exploring themes of racial injustice, feminist perspectives, and historical fiction would be captivated by Maryse Condé's I, Tituba: Black Witch of Salem. Fans of Toni Morrison's Beloved or Alice Walker's The Color Purple will appreciate Condé's rich storytelling and complex characters.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Afro-Caribbean Literature
French Literature