When August Wilson wrote his play, Fences, he was writing a play about the things that keep people apart. ... Throughout the play, Troy works to build a fence around his back yard. ... I'm gonna take and build me a fence around what belongs to me. ... Misconceptions of a different kind are what fuel another form of separation that is examined in Fences. ... Throughout the play, the character of Troy helps August Wilson explore a number of different kinds of separation. ...

• Word Count: 582
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School