1. Summary and Response to "Just Walk on By"
In "Just Walk on By" by Brent Staples, the author describes the reactions of people walking on streets in response to seeing an approaching black man of the author's appearance. Staples begins by describing the first time he had noticed a negative reaction to his presence when a young woman ran away from him while he was walking casually behind her almost a block away. ... For example, he allows more space between himself and others on the streets and begins to whistle classical tunes while walking down the street. In Staples" revised edition of "Just Walk on By" he begins by descri...
- Word Count: 1531
- Approx Pages: 6
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Undergraduate