In this poem, Langston Hughes uses the imagery and symbolism of rivers as an expression of the oneness between the soul and the earth. ... Nature serves as a symbol for the captivity and death of the soul. ... Nature becomes a symbol for the burden of the anguish of the soul. ... In the above mentioned works, images of nature serves as a symbol of the freedom of the soul, yet serving as a symbol for the burden of achieving that freedom, and the anguish of the struggle. Hughes use of nature in his work forms sweeping imagery, poignant metaphors, and precise, powerful symbolism. ...

• Word Count: 1518
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

There are many aspects of the poem that will be dealt with including the following: structure, symbolism, tone, situation or setting, the speaker, and rhyme and meter scheme. ... Throughout "The Harlem Dancer", McKay uses metaphores and different symbols to express his feelings in this piece of writing. ... Some of the elements used in this poem include the following: structure, tone, rhyme scheme, and symbolism. The symbols used within the poem vary from the physical appearance of the dancer to the way she dances. ...

• Word Count: 1662
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

There are many aspects of the poem that will be dealt with including the following: structure, symbolism, tone, situation or setting, the speaker, and rhyme and meter scheme. ... Throughout "The Harlem Dancer", McKay uses metaphores and different symbols to express his feelings in this piece of writing. ... Some of the elements used in this poem include the following: structure, tone, rhyme scheme, and symbolism. The symbols used within the poem vary from the physical appearance of the dancer to the way she dances. ...

• Word Count: 1634
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

For instance, in the bank scene, IM becomes angered at the noises and begins to destroy symbols surrounding him. He discovers the bank is itself a symbol of racism, which pains him even more. He also provides specific references of racist symbolism that makes IM focus on materialistic objects, of which are not in his control. Through powerful racial symbols and imagery, we see how society controls and suppresses IM's desire for social and racial equality by presenting him with a job opportunity at the Brotherhood and exposes the ways in which racial stereotypes and oppression are perpetua...

• Word Count: 1967
• Approx Pages: 8