Edward Kamau Brathwaite reads“Cane” from Islands. This stirring reflection on the role of sugar cane in Caribbean history explores the journey from bondage to freedom. “Cane” symbolises both suffering and survival, reminding us of the resilience that led to liberation.

Edward Kamau Brathwaite reads“Cane” from Islands. This stirring reflection on the role of sugar cane in Caribbean history explores the journey from bondage to freedom. “Cane” symbolises both suffering and survival, reminding us of the resilience that led to liberation.

Edward Kamau Brathwaite reads“Cane” from Islands. This stirring reflection on the role of sugar cane in Caribbean history explores the journey from bondage to freedom. “Cane” symbolises both suffering and survival, reminding us of the resilience that led to liberation.

Sounds of Freedom I-5: The Poems of Kamau Brathwaite - Episode 5: "Cane: Bondage to Liberation"

Catch up or listen on-demand with the best of Radio Bimshire - the Voice of the National Library Service, Barbados (https://bit.ly/radiobimshire). Radio Bimshire Presents is a selection of short stories, poetry, history, rare audio clips and humour - the sound of Barbadian heritage. Featuring: Off The Shelf: Readings of Barbadian writing; Standpipe: Memories of Wash Day; Sounds of Freedom: Stories of Emancipation... and much more.

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Sounds of Freedom I-5: The Poems of Kamau Brathwaite - Episode 5: "Cane: Bondage to Liberation"

Sounds of Freedom I-5: The Poems of Kamau Brathwaite - Episode 5: "Cane: Bondage to Liberation"