Captivity in the Classroom
March 22nd- Dr. Richard De Prospo spoke about the Indian captivity of Mary Rowlandson, and aspects of Indian captivity in the colonial era. De Prospo also promoted his book, The Latest Early American Literature, and the talk concluded with questions and a reception.
03/23/2017
Dr. De Prospo answered questions from the audience after his lecture.
Dr. De Prospo drew the attention of the lecture to this painting, discussing how the empty space could symbolize the king of England.
Director of the C.V. Starr Center, Adam Goodheart, formally introduces both Dr. Richard De Prospo and his book, The Latest Early American Literature.