THE IMAGE OF A YOUNG AFRICAN - AMERICAN MAN IN “NATIVE SON” by RICHARD WRIGHT
Keywords:
Gripping novel, psyche, poverty, explore, masterfully, identity, systematic, unfold, embroil, event, critique, race, power.Abstract
The article examines the image of young African - American man in "Native Son" by Richard Wright. In addition, the article delves into themes of race, identity, and systemic oppression inviting readers to confront their own beliefs about race and power and challenging readers to reckon with the complexities of race relations in America.
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