August Wilson: Boundaries and Life. August Wilson writes the dramatic play entitled "Fences- with extensive use of metaphors to represent human situations in a perspective uniquely held by a black man, yet complicated by many other factors in life. The setting is from the 1950's through the 1960's in Troy Maxson's yard with family and friends that have very different relationships with Troy. ... Influenced by his own life, August Wilson created Troy Maxson to demonstrate experiences as a black man with predicaments in his life in which being black significantly contributes to...

• Word Count: 1440
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

August Wilson and J. ... August Wilson's Fences gives the readers a combination of poet's ear for language with a healthy sense of humor, it almost gives a sure sense for funny dramatic occasions, and a loving commitment to a excellent subject. ... To black women August Wilson contributes dramatic power and hope in her literature. ... Last August Wilson contributes humor and common sense that are played with tremendous impact. ... August Wilson and J California Cooper literature all contribute something to black women. ...

• Word Count: 380
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School