Epic of Gilgamesh
“But then I ask the question: How many men must die before we can really have a free and true and peaceful society?How long will it take?If we can catch the spirit, and the true meaning of this experience, I believe that this nation can be transformed into a society of love, of justice, peace, and brotherhood where all men can really be brothers.” -Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Since the beginning of early civilization, differences in races and cultures have been a part of society. Along with these differences, there evolved a hatred against what was not considered “ the norm” . For many years, prejudice, especially in the form of racism, has sparked many hate crimes and wars. Over generations, people have devised strategies to combat these injustices in the most effective way possible, whether it be civil or violent ways of protest. August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize winning play, “ The Piano”, is set in the early 1930s at a time when racism was spreading like wild fire. The play takes a close look into two dynamically different approaches to overcoming prejudice in America. Although their strategies differ greatly, both Berniece and Boy Willie both find ways to combat the problems a
At a time when racism is at its peak due to unresolved issues on both sides, the future for blacks in America seems bleak. Boy Willie tells Berniece that she should tell her daughter, Maretha, about the story behind the piano so that she can be proud of her grandfather. and what did it ever lead to? more killing and more thieving. In a world that tells him that there is no future for people of color, Boy Willie is an idealist. Despite his sister’s opinions, Boy Willie does not see himself at the bottom but instead at the top of society. She chooses to avoid conflicts over racism whenever possible, even if it means keeping quiet about subjects that should be addressed. Berniece chooses to battle racism in a more submissive way. Boy Willie is very proud that his father gave his life to steal the piano, with the carvings of his family’s history, from Sutter, the man who enslaved his great grandmother and his grandfather. By choosing to be headstrong, the only achievement he may receive for his actions is death.
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