In Due Season

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An illuminating discussion of some of the principal thematic and stylistic elements which define a genre and distinguish an important cluster of contemporary West Indian women writers. Wilson deftly examines and clarifies the sometimes complex issues and positions involved in the surrounding theoretical debates, while not losing sight of the relationship between literature and society, literature and women's lives, and the aesthetic, cultural, and historical aspects which differentiate European women's writings from African diasporan women's works - something which often befuddles less informed critics. A significant contribution to the critical canon. -- Roland E. Bush, Ph. D., Review Editor, Journal of Caribbean Studies Admirably lucid and readable, these essays explore and illuminate areas of literature too little known by American readers. Lucy Wilson's subtle and intelligent book is the perfect place for readers to begin broadening their horizon to include in the canon of the Americas the overlooked wonders of Caribbean fiction. -- Alan Wilde, author of Horizons of Assent and Middle Grounds This collection of essays attests to the clarity of Dr. Wilson's literary observations and to her ability to shape and refine her vision over a number of years as a scholar with a keen interest in Anglophone Caribbean women's writing. These fresh perspectives will be of great value to serious students and readers with an interest in Caribbean literature. -- Avis G. McDonald, Independent Scholar, Sydney, Australia This choice collection of influential essays provides the definitive account of how life narration in the Caribbean and its Diaspora is modulated by gender. A must-read for scholars and students of English, Women's Studies, and Caribbean Studies. -- Roberto Strongman, Black Studies, UCSB