Techniques of Slave Narrative Used by August Wilson In His Plays

Authors

  • Tshering Denkar M.A. Student, School of Humanities, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India Author
  • Dr. Muzafar Ahmed Bhat Professor, School of Humanities, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61841/p0zvp850

Keywords:

slavery, survival, narration

Abstract

This paper aims to focus on the importance of using the slave narrative technique by August Wilson in his plays to showcase the true emotions of the black people. We know how he uses this particular technique in all of his ten plays. This technique that Wilson uses in his plays has set him out amongst other African American writers. Wilson has used it in his plays not just to inform people but to remind the people of atrocities their ancestors have faced in the white society. His works clearly show what he wanted to achieve as a writer—not just fame but answers from the white society—and to inform his audiences about the life experiences of a black person. And how Wilson has achieved to connect with his black audiences with his stories. 

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Published

30.04.2021

How to Cite

Techniques of Slave Narrative Used by August Wilson In His Plays. (2021). International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 25(2), 149-153. https://doi.org/10.61841/p0zvp850