Biography Precis -- Black Boy

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it quiet, Richard has found a way to rebel without being punished. He takes his
father literally and hangs the kitten. But Richard's mother punishes him by
making him bury the kitten and by filling him with guilt. Another theme is seen
when his father deserts the family, and Richard faces severe hunger. For the
first time, Richard sees himself as different from others, because he must
assume some of the responsibilities of an adult. In contrast to his above
characteristics, Richard soon shows his ability in learning, even before he
starts school, which he begins at a later age than other boys because his mother
couldn't afford his school clothes. Rebellion, hunger (for knowledge and food),
and the sense of being different will continue with Richard throughout this book.
In the following chapters the Wrights move to the home of Richard's Aunt
Maggie. But their pleasant life there ends when whites kill Maggie's husband.
Later the threat of violence by whites forces Maggie ...

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