... the community to change and a brighter, better future. It has to reawaken and stimulate the people so that they have the courage and strength to push forward, to withstand daily abuse. Thusly, the art must also be drawn from the people and given back in a more attractive and vivid form, something with the power to energize the beaten souls. The black ... Given Force and Function." Gates, Jr. 1973-1977. Robinson, Smokey. "Smokey Robinson's Poem." Online posting. 29 June 2003. 13 Sept 2003 < http://www.poetology.com/forum/viewtopic.php't=63>. Schuyler, George. "The Negro Art Hokum." Gates...

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• Approx Pages: 4
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

... the feeling of being alone and this feeling of loneliness can cause anger, depression and melancholy. In this novel Of Mice and Men John Steinbeck examines the theme of loneliness. George and Lennie, two migrant workers who have a dream of owning a small house in California, find work on a ranch where there are several lonely people. Loneliness pervades the lives of many ... quote it is clear that Curley's wife feels isolated and lonely. There is no one who will communicate with her except Curley. If she does talk to anyone she risks abuse. Because of her own choosing Curley's wife find...

• Word Count: 653
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School