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Although historical context is very important to any novelist, and especially to Lovelace who knows and incorporates historical themes into all of his work, the current section has grown entirely out of anything resembling a reasonable proportion. 1700 words is overkill. Inasmuch as references to Trinidad's long history (centuries of Arawaks, Caribs, Spanish rule, British rule, biographical details, agriculture, industrialization, globalization, independence) contribute directly to an understanding of the novel's plot or its characters, themes, critical reception, and literary context, then these things should be included. For example, it helps to have an understanding of the historical issues that have arisen among descendants of Africans, white West Indians, creoles, and the descendants of people imported from India after The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833. Otherwise, some cuts and a judicious use of links and citations will do the trick. Josh a brewer (talk) 12:49, 30 May 2012 (UTC)[reply]
