summary "Souls of Black Folk"
To understand the history of America and come to grips with the development of blacks at a time where they were looked down upon by the rest of society, we must be able to comprehend the works of intellectuals of that time. Not only must we comprehend these works, but we must also decipher whether or not those works will be able to apply to today's lifestyle in America. One of the most important books for the American Negro today is, hands down, The Souls of Black Folk written by W.E.B Dubois. In this book Dubois wants the reader to understand the term "Double Consciousness". This term comes with many underlying meanings. He also wants the reader to be aware that blacks have the ability of second sight. Not only do blacks have the ability of second sight but we must also be aware of how important it is to endure in self-respect and the development of the soul rather than being submissive and taken in by material lifestyles. In this book review we will explore the many thoughts I have mentioned in this paragraph and a couple others; for example, the meaning of "soul songs" and the relation of "the seventh son". Dubois's main goal in writing this book was to propose the fact that "the problem of th
Being submissive in the south at that time would only enforce that fact that blacks are an inferior race of people. In this book, Dubois mentions that "the Negro is sort of a seventh son, born with veil, and gifted with second sight in this American world" (pg. I feel that what Dubois means by saying "the Negro is sort of a seventh son, born with veil, and gifted with second sight" (pg. Unknowingly blessed as his life unfolds, slowly unveiling the power he holds. I can now understand the meaning of Dubois's argument when he refers the Negro as being sort of the "seventh son". This term is used to explain the concept of an individual always looking at one's self through the eyes of others. 37 Dubois) In other words, Washington believes blacks should devote themselves to learning more about industrial work, build their income off their jobs, and put aside the ways of the south in terms of the views of blacks. Interesting to note, that in India, the theme is more linked with the third son. He has the power to heal, he has the gift of 'Second Sight' so it shall be written, so it shall be done. Dubois also believes that these songs exist "not simply as the sole of American music, but as the most beautiful expression of human experience this side the seas.
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