CLASSIC: California Was Named for a Fictional Island Ruled by a Black Amazon Queen
Ridiculous History
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Calafia and the Myths of California
This chapter examines the historical and literary context of a fictional island that influenced perceptions of California, particularly through the character of Calafia, the Amazon queen. It reflects on themes of colonization, changing gender dynamics, and the various theories regarding the etymology of the state's name in relation to myth and reality.
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