Readings: “Beloved” by Toni Morrison – Focus on the historical and personal trau

Readings:
“Beloved” by Toni Morrison – Focus on the historical and personal trauma of characters.
“Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi – This graphic novel memoir details Satrapi’s experiences growing up during and after the Islamic Revolution in Iran. It provides deep insights into the impact of societal and political changes on personal identity and family.
Assessment:
Reflective Essay: Write a 5-7 page reflective essay on how Morrison and Satrapi present characters’ struggles with their intersecting identities. Be specific and use quotations to support your points.
Toni Morrison on language, evil, and the “white gaze” — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAs3E1AgNeM&t=640s
Background to Persepolis -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6bWwOA3hUY