Canada and the Blackface Atlantic: Performing Slavery, Conflict, and Freedom, 1812-1897
In Canada and the Blackface Atlantic, Cheryl Thompson examines the role of blackface performances in Canada from 1812 to 1897. The book investigates how these acts reflected and influenced themes of slavery, conflict, and freedom within the Atlantic world, offering a critical perspective on historical racial performances and their lasting impact.
About This Book
Canada and the Blackface Atlantic delves into the cultural and historical dimensions of blackface performances within Canada during the period from 1812 to 1897.
The work addresses how these performances intersected with themes of slavery, societal conflict, and the broader quest for freedom.
Through scholarly analysis, it highlights the Atlantic context of these events and their implications for understanding Canadian history.
The book provides insights into the performative aspects that shaped racial and social dynamics in the 19th century.
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