Donika Kelly reads "Torna Atrás"

The video tutorial explores Natasha Tretheway's poem 'Torna Atras' from her collection 'Thrall'. The speaker shares their personal connection to Tretheway's work, highlighting the clarity and tension in her poetry. The poem 'Torna Atras' is analyzed, focusing on its depiction of a family and the artist's portrayal of beauty and race. Various interpretations are discussed, including the artist's skill and the historical context of racial identity. The speaker reflects on the poem's themes of love, perception, and the impact of colonialism, providing a deeper understanding of the poem's significance.

What collection is the poem 'Torna Atras' from?

• Beyond Katrina

• Native Guard

• Thrall

• Monument

What role does the father play in the painting 'Torna Atras'?

• He is a critic evaluating the art.

• He is a child watching nearby.

• He is a painter creating a portrait.

• He is a servant grinding colors.

How is the woman depicted in the painting 'Torna Atras'?

• As a child watching nearby.

• As a servant grinding colors.

• As a homely figure unlike her real self.

• As a beautiful and elegant figure.

What does the black moon on the woman's face symbolize?

• A symbol of African heritage.

• A representation of the Enlightenment.

• A sign of wealth.

• A mark of beauty.

What does the father's vision in the painting represent?

• A need to see himself as a benevolent patriarch.

• A focus on artistic skill.

• A desire to capture reality.

• An attempt to depict historical events.