Kidnapped
Sapa'u Ruperake Petaia
Kidnaped by Sapa'u Ruperake Petaia is a satirical poem which explores the themes of loss of traditional Samoan knowledge, the effects of colonialism and Western influences on Samoan culture and society.
The poem uses the metaphor of being kidnapped to tell the story of a character being forced into Western style education but ultimately submitting to it like they are suffering from Stockholm syndrome.
From the shelter of my culturally devoid bubble it gave me a perspective on the impact of colonialism on Pacific people and their culture.
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