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Assignment:
Who is Derek Walcott? Where/when did he live and write? Main inspirations and influences on his work. How do his work and life relate to the idea of exile, as explored in your readings? Finally, discuss the assigned poem "The Death is History" by Derek Walcott.
-In your understanding, what is it all about and how does it connect with some of the previous works we have discussed?
-Explain Walcott's main metaphor of sea as history. What does he mean by that?
-How does this poem relate to the idea of exile, as explored in your readings?
Please cite specific examples/quotes from the poem to back up your argument.
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