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Island Beneath the Sea by Isabel Allende is a historical novel set in colonial Saint Domingue during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The novel depicts the struggles of African slaves and free Black women in the French colony, who fought against the oppressive colonial system. This paper aims to provide a literary analysis of the novel, with a focus on the resistance of Black women in colonial Saint Domingue.

Historical Context of Colonial Saint Domingue
To understand the resistance of Black women in colonial Saint Domingue, it is essential to understand the historical context of the French colony. Saint Domingue was the wealthiest colony in the French empire, producing vast amounts of sugar, coffee, and other crops. The plantation economy was dependent on enslaved labor, with Africans brought to the colony in large numbers to work on the plantations. Slaves in Saint Domingue faced brutal conditions, with high mortality rates and little hope for freedom.

Resistance of Black Women in Colonial Saint Domingue
Despite the oppression they faced, Black women in colonial Saint Domingue played a vital role in resistance movements. The character of Zarité, the protagonist of Island Beneath the Sea, is a prime example of this resistance. Zarité is a slave who becomes the concubine of a plantation owner, Toulouse Valmorain. However, she resists his attempts to dominate and control her, and she also becomes involved in the resistance movement against the colonial system.

Zarité’s resistance is not limited to her relationship with Valmorain. She also resists the system of slavery, using her skills as a midwife to help other slaves, and eventually joining the resistance movement led by Toussaint L’Ouverture. Zarité’s resistance is not unique, as many other Black women in Saint Domingue also fought against the colonial system. These women used various forms of resistance, such as rebellion, sabotage, and cultural resistance, to challenge the oppressive regime.

Cultural Resistance of Black Women in Colonial Saint Domingue
One of the most significant forms of resistance by Black women in Saint Domingue was cultural resistance. Enslaved Africans in the colony came from diverse cultural backgrounds, with different languages, religions, and traditions. Despite attempts to suppress their cultures, enslaved Africans in Saint Domingue maintained their cultural practices, adapting them to their new environment. Black women played a crucial role in this cultural resistance, preserving and transmitting their cultural heritage to future generations.

Zarité’s mother, an African princess, is a symbol of this cultural resistance. Despite being torn from her homeland and enslaved in Saint Domingue, she teaches Zarité about her African heritage, passing down songs, stories, and traditions. This cultural resistance is also evident in the practices of Vodou, which became a significant aspect of enslaved African culture in Saint Domingue. Vodou provided a way for enslaved Africans to resist the oppressive colonial system, giving them a sense of community, identity, and hope.

Conclusion
In conclusion, Island Beneath the Sea by Isabel Allende is a significant contribution to the literature on resistance in colonial Saint Domingue. The novel depicts the struggles of Black women who resisted the oppressive colonial system, challenging the dominant narrative of colonial history. Through the character of Zarité, the protagonist, the novel portrays the various forms of resistance used by Black women in Saint Domingue, including rebellion, sabotage, and cultural resistance.

The novel also highlights the agency and creativity of Black women in resisting the system of slavery. Despite facing tremendous obstacles, these women used their skills, knowledge, and determination to fight against the colonial system. Zarité’s role as a midwife is an example of this agency, as she uses her medical knowledge to help other slaves and resist the oppressive system.

Furthermore, the novel highlights the importance of cultural resistance in challenging the colonial system. Black women in Saint Domingue used their cultural heritage to resist the erasure of their identities and maintain their sense of community and identity. The character of Zarité’s mother, an African princess, symbolizes this cultural resistance, as she passes down her cultural heritage to her daughter despite being torn from her homeland.

Island Beneath the Sea also challenges the dominant narrative of colonial history, which often focuses on the perspectives of European colonizers. By centering the perspectives of Black women, the novel provides a more nuanced and complex understanding of the colonial experience in Saint Domingue. The novel depicts the contradictions and complexities of the colonial system, as well as the resistance and agency of those who were oppressed by it.

Overall, Island Beneath the Sea is a powerful testament to the resilience and resistance of Black women in colonial Saint Domingue. Through the character of Zarité, the novel provides a compelling portrayal of the struggles and achievements of these women, who fought against the oppressive colonial system using various forms of resistance. The novel challenges the dominant narrative of colonial history and provides a valuable perspective on the contributions of Black women to the history of resistance.