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The Destruction of Fire: A Symbol of Slavery

The motif of fire is very prominent in the first few chapters of Yaa Gyasi’s novel Homegoing. Fire is a destructive force that brings pain with its rapid and aggressive spread. It leaves behind nothing but dust and ash and shows no mercy to anyone. Although there are literal mentions of fire –like the oneContinue reading “The Destruction of Fire: A Symbol of Slavery”

The Power of Plays: Acknowledging the Devastations of the Past While Appreciating the Power of the Present

Plays are a form of literature that are much more personal than books. They allow the audience to connect, understand, and acknowledge each character’s vulnerability. The nature of plays is especially vital in Lynn Nottage’s play Ruined because of the sensitive content she writes about. Nottage writes the play based on the stories of multipleContinue reading “The Power of Plays: Acknowledging the Devastations of the Past While Appreciating the Power of the Present”

Lemonade: Exposing Degrading Societal Systems Through Song

by Brooke Lee When listening to Beyoncé’s Lemonade album, listeners can hear the range of emotions she feels in each song. These emotions correlate not only with her personal life but also with current societal issues. Each piece within the Lemonade album follows a different style/genre. Beyoncé also collaborates with multiple artists, including Jack White,Continue reading “Lemonade: Exposing Degrading Societal Systems Through Song”