I, Tituba, Black Witch of Salem
by Maryse Condé
Description
Maryse Condé breathes life into the silenced voice of Tituba, the enslaved woman at the heart of the Salem witch trials. This powerful novel reimagines her past, weaving a vibrant tapestry of her childhood in Barbados, a world far removed from the grim accusations that would later define her. Through Tituba's eyes, Condé explores themes of identity, oppression, and the enduring strength of the human spirit against the backdrop of colonial injustice and superstition. It is a profound and moving testament to a woman whose story has been marginalized by history, finally given its due.
Available Editions
paperback
Faber
Published Jan 1, 2000
186 pages
ISBN: 9780571196661
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Details
First Published
1986
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for I, Tituba, Black Witch of Salem by Maryse Condé.