Robert de la Chevrotiere, an Afro-Caribbean author and educator, dives deep into his novel, Tall Is Her Body, exploring themes of multiculturalism, trauma, and identity. He shares how childhood moments in France inspired his writing and emphasizes the balance between tenderness and violence through the eyes of his protagonist, Fidel. The conversation highlights the influence of Obeah traditions, the complexities of Caribbean identity in Canada, and the poignant lessons from Fidel’s journey. De la Chevrotiere also teases his upcoming work, hinting at ghosts and colonial history.
