Symbolism and Imagery in Hurston, Brooks, and Hansberry
Words: 835 Pages: 3 6353The usage of natural imagery is a significant literary device employed by Zora Neale Hurston, Gwendolyn Brooks, and Lorraine Hansberry to explore experiences within their narratives. Hurston and Hansberry, in particular, utilize symbolism as a form of figurative language to illustrate how plants can play a pivotal role in the realization of dreams. On the other hand, Brooks contrasts natural imagery with urban imagery in her work, "Kitchenette Building," providing a unique perspective on the intersection of nature and urban […]