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- The story tells of a black family's experiences in south Chicago, as they attempt to improve their financial circumstances with an insurance payout following the death of the father, and deals with matters of housing discrimination, racism, and assimilation.
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Study guide for A Raisin in The Sun by Lorraine Hansberry, with plot summary, character analysis, and literary analysis.
A Raisin in the Sun explores not only the tension between white and Black society but also the strain within the Black community over how to react to an oppressive white community. Hansberry’s drama asks difficult questions about assimilation and identity.
A Raisin in the Sun is a play by Lorraine Hansberry that debuted on Broadway in 1959. [1] The title comes from the poem "Harlem" (also known as "A Dream Deferred" [2]) by Langston Hughes.
- Lorraine Hansberry
- 1959
In “A Raisin in the Sun,” Travis’ character represents the next generation, symbolizing the possibility for change and progress. His quotes highlight the innocence of childhood, the dreams that drive us, and the importance of family.
His woman say: Eat your eggs. (Sadly, but gaining in power) Man say: I got to take hold of this here world, baby! And a woman will say: Eat your eggs and go to work.
