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Post-colonial literature: "A far cry from Africa" by Derek Walcott.
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Post-colonial literature: "A far cry from Africa" by Derek Walcott In essence, this poem is about Walcott discussing his divided loyalties, between his ties with Africa and to Britain. The title of the poem hints at Walcott's cultural instability. He seems to believe that he is somewhat 'cursed' because of his mixed race: "I who am poisoned with the blood of both,/Where shall I turn, divided to the vein?" . The poem is in a sense the poets cry for help. The first stanza invites sympathy for the settlers, members of the oppressing class who may nevertheless be innocent, like "the white child hacked in bed." But the next line notes bitterly that black "savages, expendable as Jews," have also been victims of mass-murder. Walcott believes his lack of "pure" blood prevents him from identifying directly with one culture and creates a feeling of isolation. The poet seems...
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