Grip, Squeeze, Grieve, Repeat, 2023
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2023
Creator
- Sam, Tyreetta Latricia (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
102 pages (102 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"My hometown, Donaldsonville, was deemed the worst city in Louisiana and the second worst city to live in America by an article published by 21wallst and BR Proud. The article was shared on social media and broadcasted news stations which further marginalized and stereotyped residents of Donaldsonville. Amidst the backdrop of the article, my novel, "Grip, Squeeze, Grieve, Repeat," unfolds through the lens of 15-year-old Montez Comeaux. Montez grapples with the fallout from the article, compounded by the loss of his activist father and his childhood friend's descent into violent drill-rap music. The novel explores Donaldsonville's systemic issues—low wages, low funding, limited mental health services, and pollution from chemical plants. Montez' journey illuminates the impact of these issues on the future of teens and their relationship with a community characterized by its adversity." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01B Writing, Literature & Publishing
Physical Description
102 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
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archives@emerson.edu