GFADAF EP 2 - The Long Legacy of International Minstrelsy
Gasps From A Dying Art Form
The Dual Role of Blackface and its Psychological Impact
This chapter delves into the concept of blackface and its historical significance. It explores how blackface served as a means for white performers to freely express themselves, while examining its dual role as a tool of oppression for black people and a release valve for white performers. The chapter concludes with an exploration of the potential psychological impact of this history on European Americans today.
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