The answer to our overall course question is reinforced through the numerous themes and events presented in Nervous Conditions. The collision between culture and community obviously show tangible effects as exemplified by Tambu and Nyasha's family. This book will be very significant portion of my essay during the exam; the examples that support the course question are clearly displayed and might as well be highlighted.
Of course, there are several other reasons. The text Tsitsi Dangarembga uses in her book uses relatively simple terminology, all the while maintaining a sophisticated voice. Her method of writing portrays a literal meaning, but a closer insight reveals a deeper meaning which frequently involves eminent themes; this style forces readers to pinpoint and analyze specific events. Through discovering these themes, the reader gains a sense of awareness to similar moments in the text. It helps readers become accustomed to uncovering essential text.
Nervous Conditions also provides a situation readers can learn from. It explores a unique culture which differs greatly from ours in America. Before this book, students knew life in Africa was tough, but throughout the discussions and evaluations of this book, we have discovered moments that illustrate many obstacles Africa has to overcome. Through the exposure of another culture, we as students have learned to accept other ethnic groups and realize troubles they experience. Personally, I have become more grateful for what I have been given and feel sorrow for those who are locked into a harder lifestyle solely based on their location.
Despite the flame and hate against Nervous Conditions, I believe Nervous Conditions should be included in our syllabus. It offers support to our course question, practice interpreting literature, and an open mind to other cultures. I recommend "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. It takes place after the civil war of the United States, during a period in which tensions between whites and blacks were high. Rather than two different cultures, two ethnic groups are caught in an argument over equality and superiority.
3/13 - 45 min., 3/14 - 45min., 3/15 - 45min., 3/16 - 30min., 3/16 - 45min.
Total - 210min., (B Layer), (A Layer)
Nervous Conditions also provides a situation readers can learn from. It explores a unique culture which differs greatly from ours in America. Before this book, students knew life in Africa was tough, but throughout the discussions and evaluations of this book, we have discovered moments that illustrate many obstacles Africa has to overcome. Through the exposure of another culture, we as students have learned to accept other ethnic groups and realize troubles they experience. Personally, I have become more grateful for what I have been given and feel sorrow for those who are locked into a harder lifestyle solely based on their location.
Despite the flame and hate against Nervous Conditions, I believe Nervous Conditions should be included in our syllabus. It offers support to our course question, practice interpreting literature, and an open mind to other cultures. I recommend "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. It takes place after the civil war of the United States, during a period in which tensions between whites and blacks were high. Rather than two different cultures, two ethnic groups are caught in an argument over equality and superiority.
3/13 - 45 min., 3/14 - 45min., 3/15 - 45min., 3/16 - 30min., 3/16 - 45min.
Total - 210min., (B Layer), (A Layer)
Great post! I also agreed that Nervous Conditions should remain in the syllabus, for many of the same reasons. One of which you also touched on it its high relevance to our overall question; how does community and culture effect who we are? I also agree that I was a good change a pace and a great learning experience, especially in the comprehending literature part.
ReplyDeleteI also agree that it was a great exposure to a different society. Like you said, we all are aware of the normal stereotype that life in Africa is hard, but this book showed us the deeper side to that stereotype. Just to add, I am also very thankful for what I have and I thank God everyday because of it. Great post once again.