Wright Flashcards
(11 cards)
Where was Richard Wright born?
Born on a plantation in Mississippi.
When did Richard Wright migrate to Chicago?
Migrated to Chicago in 1927.
What type of writer was Richard Wright?
Protest writer exposing the stresses & pathologies of life in urban ghettoes.
What literary model did Richard Wright’s autobiography follow?
Following the model of Frederick Douglass, ex. self-made man.
What literary styles did Richard Wright combine?
Combination of realism & naturalism.
What was significant about Richard Wright’s success?
Bestseller at the time => became first black writer to receive simultaneous critical & commercial success.
Learning to read
The process of acquiring the ability to understand and interpret written language.
Move to the North
A geographical shift or migration towards northern regions.
Approach to rebellion
The method or strategy employed to resist authority or control.
Interest in Africa
A fascination or engagement with the cultures, history, and issues of the African continent.
Response to Communism
The actions or policies taken in reaction to the ideology of communism.
