When I first started reading The Conjure Woman by Charles W. Chesnutt I thought that the language would be a barrier and this didn't change as I continued reading. However, I was still able to grasp the main concept of the stories that Julius told and I also, unexpectedly saw a relationship blossom between Julius and Annie. The stories that Julius told were very interesting and I liked the cultural aspects from African slaves. I have a feeling that this was the first time that Julius had told these tales to a Caucasian couple and I am not to surprised considering that the couple was visiting from Northern states, especially after the Civil War. I think that the stories Julius told Annie served to keep her mind entertained and distant from the stress that her illness brought her. The art of story telling is quite prominent in Julius despite the fact that his pronunciations are a bit of. John questions the credibility that these stories hold, and I can see why. They seem pretty damn outlandish. I think the story that showed the most significant connection between Annie and Julius was in Sis' Becky's Pickaniny when she decides to keep the rabbit foot that Julius presented to her. I feel that gifts, especially lucky charms, hold a connotation of some sorts with them. I was surprised to the extent in which Julius' influence grew. All in all I liked The Conjure Woman I just wouldn't recommend it to an impatient person that isn't willing to reread passages a couple of times.
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