Review of The Haitian Revolution in the Literary Imagination by Natalie Marie Léger in Research in African Literatures (original) (raw)

This review critically engages with Philip Kaisary's exploration of the Haitian Revolution in literary representations, highlighting how literature and art shape perceptions of history and political realities. Kaisary argues that radical texts celebrate black agency and the ongoing quest for human self-determination, while conservative texts portray pessimism towards revolutionary possibilities, undermining the significance of the Haitian struggle. This analysis underscores the lasting impact of the Haitian Revolution on artistic expression, emphasizing the importance of both radical and conservative narratives in the broader discourse of anticolonial thought.