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The Troubadour Podcast
6. Benito Cereno by Herman Melville (Ch 3 "Follow Your Leader")
Oct 19, 2020
The podcast discusses the intense and violent encounter on a ship, with a focus on the mutinous uprising and battle that unfolds, leading to casualties on both sides. The aftermath of the violent incident is explored, including the care of a wounded Spaniard and the investigation in Lima surrounding the events on the ship.
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- Delano uncovers complex dynamics between Benito Cereno and Babo, hinting at underlying tensions on the ship.
- Social strains based on racial disparities and power dynamics are revealed during an intimate lunch setting on the ship.
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Mutiny Unfolds on Board
Mutiny brews on board the ship, with Baba causing turmoil. Captain Delano observes the intricate dynamics between Don Benito and the steward, noting the peculiarities in their interactions. Suspicious of the steward's motives, Delano delves into understanding the racial mixes and their consequences, hinting at underlying tensions on the ship.
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