USF St. Petersburg campus Master's Theses (Graduate)
First Advisor
Thomas Hallock, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Julie Armstrong, Ph.D.
Third Advisor
Lisa Starks, Ph. D.
Publisher
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Document Type
Thesis
Date Available
05-07-2019
Publication Date
2019
Date Issued
March 6, 2019
Abstract
The works of Phillis Wheatley and Carolina Maria de Jesus are compared using the concept of jeitinho, a Portuguese word for a little way The creative and crafty method of jeitinho is identified in both writers’ work and gives a lens to see a different level of engagement in criticism. Both writers have been criticized for their lack of social commentary, but the introduction of jeitinho shows their subtle, yet clear assessment of their society. By re-evaluating the contributions made by each author, it is possible to reclaim their relevance as authors.
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Recommended Citation
Toms, Tami L., "Phillis Wheatley and Carolina Maria de Jesus: Unexpected Voices of Revolutionary Times" (2019). USF St. Petersburg campus Master's Theses (Graduate).
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/masterstheses/177
Comments
A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Liberal Arts College of Arts and Sciences University of South Florida St. Petersburg