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The Yardfowl - Challenging the Colonial Leggacy

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Yardfowl: Challenging Bias in "Rogues in Paradise" Roaming the island with a boundary-less state of mind, Yardfowl brings thought-provoking insights into post-colonial Caribbean life, sharing resemblances with Rawle C. Eastmond's "Yardfowl.". Thematic Connections with Rawle C. Eastmond's "Yardfowl". " Rogues in Paradise" shares thematic resemblances with Rawle C. Eastmond's "Yardfowl." Both characters challenge social standards and colonial legacies, providing critical point of views on historical and contemporary problems. In Eastmond's narrative, Yardfowl addresses the impacts of manifest destiny on Caribbean society, much like the Yardfowl in "Rogues in Paradise" ensures that absolutely nothing is ignored or misrepresented. By juxtaposing these 2 characters, readers get a much deeper appreciation for the continuous dialogue about post-colonial Caribbean life. These narratives together highlight the strength ...