In "Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin a question seems to occur to the reader: Why do the memories of the character reflect those of the author if the memories are painful ones? ... Sonny was special to the family, because he shared a bond with each individual member. ... Music becomes his escape. ... Music is what gives him distinct meaning and spirituality. He confides in the music, letting his imagination run free as he plays the musical bars and accents each and every note. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

He composed his plays during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, who ruled England from 1558 to 1603, and during the early part of the reign of her cousin James VI of Scotland, who took England's throne as James I after Elizabeth's death in 1603. ... The next day a bond was signed to protect the bishop who issued the license from any legal responsibility for approving the marriage, as William was still a minor and Anne was pregnant. ...

• Word Count: 7010
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