Background:
In Dr. Joy De Gruy’s book Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, she identifies three patterns of behavior that some African Americans possess because of the generational effects of slavery. These patterns include Vacant Esteem, Ever Present Anger, and Racist Socialization.
In the novel Tar Baby, author Toni Morrison delves into complex relationships and divisions among black characters and between black and white characters. Since the novel mostly takes place in the Caribbean, where the effects of sugar and slavery are not that far removed, the setting offers an opportunity for Morrison to investigate the cultural authenticity of black people.
Your Task: In a 6-page MLA formatted research paper, apply one or more of De Gruy’s patterns of behavior to one or two key characters in the novel. How does De Gruy’s concepts influence your views of one or more of the characters in the novel? And how does this analysis further your understanding of the theme of cultural authenticity of the black community in the novel.
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