Narrative: The Road to Black Feminist Theory

These terms are used more or less interchangeably throughout the essay.Capitalizing "Narrative" can be seen as a means of elevating the status and importance of the word.In this way, Narrative is not simply a style or genre or writing, but rather a way of life and communication.3. 1 use "Black:' acknowledging that some members of the community of the African diaspora may prefer African-Canadian or African-American.Given the history of names imposed on these groups, i.e. "Negro" or "Colored," it is important that, whether one identifies as Black, African-American/Canadian, or Other, one is able to name oneself and reclaim the power of voice and identity.