While reading the poem, I initially thought it was about architectural history. As I delved deeper into the poem, it became clear that the poem was about race and culture. One staking claim to a history, that the other person felt belonged to him.
The aspect of the poem which I focused on, because it peaked my interest, was the white woman's interpretation of history. History states, that the Native Americans were the original people here in America. Hence the name Native American. The white man took the land and prospered. So not only did the natives have their land and homes stolen, but also their history.
I'm glad to see that you were able to respond to the poem itself and it took you someplace new. Looks like you wanted to explore more the sociological impact and confusion. Why do you think that stoked your interest? What was it about the piece that brought that about?
ReplyDeleteThis poem reminded me of my own cultures history and Americas disregard for our contribution to its history. The entire piece consistently, touched on this, but more specifically the naming of the pond. Waldens Pond, a pond that existed before the Waldens ever did.
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