The Street by Ann Petry: an Analysis of Urban Struggle and Resilience
Words: 627 1465Introduction Ann Petry’s book, The Street, came out in 1946. It dives deep into the tough lives African Americans had in Harlem in the 1940s. The story follows Lutie Johnson, a single mom trying to make a better life for her and her son despite the many challenges around them. Petry’s storytelling and sharp observations bring out themes of racism, gender issues, and chasing the American Dream. This essay will look at how Petry uses Harlem’s urban setting as more […]