Toni Morrison puts a great emphasis on places and the history that accompanies them in her novel Song of Solomon. ... This is the first introduction of flying as a theme in the novel as well in Milkman's life. ... Legend has it that many Africans who were brought to America could fly, including Solomon or, as his wife always called him, Shalimar. Many of the Africans who could fly simply took off and flew back to Africa. ... The Song of Solomon also ties up the theme of flying for Milkman. ...

• Word Count: 1274
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Every culture, race, and society has traits specific to itself and to the people who embody it. ... Esperanza seems to symbolize many young girls who feel the same way. Fathers are just as dominant as boyfriends or husbands in many cases. They expect strict obedience from daughters and often become enraged or very upset when rules are broken or their expectations are let down. ... Most girls seem to have respect for their dads but also have a great fear of them. ...

• Word Count: 1127
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

While shopping Rufus sees a hat that he likes a lot but doesn't know if it's appropriate according to his mothers expectations. ... Meanwhile Walter has gone to get Mary's parents, Joel and Catherine. ... Many have false information about his death. ... There are also many prevalent qualities that you could find in Crane's works that are easy to find in many of Agee's poems such as the constant theme of the ecstasy and omnipotence of love (23). ... Among the people that had a influence on his writing his family contained a few people that had a great affect on his wo...

• Word Count: 1898
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School