Friday, September 30, 2016

Famous Last Line

"He heard the ring of steel against steel as a far door clanged shut."
Richard Wright (1908-1960)
American author of sometimes controversial novels, short stories, poems, and non-fiction.
Image result for native son richard wrightPublication Date March 1, 1940
The fear, hatred, and anger that racism has impressed upon Bigger Thomas ravages his individuality so severely that his only means of self-expression is violence. After killing Mary Dalton, Bigger must contend with the law, the hatred of society, and his own destructive inner feelings.
I think this book could be interesting, especially with the racial tension that is consuming today's news media.

2 comments:

  1. I totally agree that this book has relevance today in our society. This book seems like a great read, and one that everybody should read just because our world is going downhill fast. Thanks for researching this! It looks good!

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  2. Yes--a timely topic. I might need to read it, too.

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