If you are interested in learning more about Edwidge Danticat, there's a Ted Talk where she speaks in detail about her homeland, Haiti. She also mentions others whose names you may recognize. The video takes about an hour to watch in its entirety. If there's a problem with the video, try reloading the page. One last comment: you should be able to understand better why the essay we read in class today fits in our current unit. See what added information can aid in your connection.
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