How do we write the biography of someone whose voice survives only through the writings of those who conquered her?

Join us for an in-depth conversation with author Andrew Rowen as we examine the life and legacy of Anacaona, the Taíno ruler of Xaragua, during the pivotal years of 1498–1502. We discuss the strengths and limitations of Spanish chroniclers such as Las Casas and Oviedo, the contributions of modern archaeology, the political landscape of pre-contact Hispaniola, and the downfall of Christopher Columbus as governor.

This episode explores not only the history of Anacaona but also the broader challenge of recovering Indigenous perspectives from the colonial record.


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