Summary & Analysis - Washington Black: Based On The Book By Esi Edugyan

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

WASHINGTON BLACK

BASED ON THE BOOK BY ESI EDUGYAN

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CONTENT

Life at Faith Plantation

Titch and Washington's Partnership

Corvus Peak and the Cloud-cutter

The Accident and Escape

Adrift and the Ave Maria

Virginia and Betrayal

The Arctic

Nova Scotia and Ocean House

Discoveries and Departures

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"Washington Black" by Esi Edugyan is a historical adventure that follows the life of Washington, an enslaved boy on a Barbados plantation in the 19th century. His life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes the protégé of Titch, the unconventional brother of the plantation owner, who is a scientist.

Washington's world expands as he travels with Titch, learning about science, art, and the world beyond the plantation. However, after an accident forces them to flee, Washington embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting themes of slavery, freedom, identity, and the complex relationships that shape his destiny. The novel explores the limits of kindness in an unjust system.

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Release date

Audiobook: 11 February 2025