In "A Raisin in the Sun," the allusion to Scarlett O'Hara, the protagonist of "Gone with the Wind," serves to highlight themes of ambition, struggle, and resilience. Just as Scarlett embodies determination and a fierce will to survive amid adversity, the characters in Lorraine Hansberry's play, particularly Beneatha and Ruth, navigate their own challenges and dreams in a racially divided society. This reference underscores the complexities of their aspirations and the societal forces that shape their lives.
Prometheus
Grapes are turned into raisins by drying them out in the sunlight, but if you leave the raisin in the sun for too long, it will get too dry. There are social forces which seem to dry out the human spirit as well, like a rasin left too long in the sun.
Willy and Bobo are (in mama's eyes) Walter's loudmouth good-for-nothing friends that Walter wants to start a liquor store w/.
An allusion is an indirect reference to something in particular. An example of an allusion ins Romeo and Juliet would be: In Act 3 Scene 2 Juliet says 'Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a wagoner, As Phaethon would whip you to the west, And bring in cloudy night immediately.' These words are an allusion that refers to Helios and Phaethon (the sun-god and his son).
In "A Raisin in the Sun," Mama, also known as Lena Younger, dreams of owning a house with a garden. This aspiration represents her desire for a better life and stability for her family, as well as a connection to her late husband's legacy. Mama's dream symbolizes hope and the pursuit of the American Dream despite the struggles they face.
Lorraine Hansberry won the Drama Critics Circle Aware in 1959 for A Raisin in the Sun.
Prometheus
Lorraine Hansberry
means you will dry out & shrivel up.
Juliet makes an allusion to Phoebus when she refers to the sun god, Apollo, who drives the chariot of the sun across the sky. This allusion highlights the power and brightness of Romeo in her eyes.
Grapes are turned into raisins by drying them out in the sunlight, but if you leave the raisin in the sun for too long, it will get too dry. There are social forces which seem to dry out the human spirit as well, like a rasin left too long in the sun.
Willy and Bobo are (in mama's eyes) Walter's loudmouth good-for-nothing friends that Walter wants to start a liquor store w/.
An example of allusion in Shakespeare's work is in "Romeo and Juliet," when Romeo compares Juliet to the sun during their first meeting: "But, soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun." This alludes to the idea of the sun being a source of light and warmth, conveying the intensity of Romeo's feelings for Juliet.
"CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF' ------'"RASIN IN THE SUN"----"Street CAR NAMED DESIRE"--
The modern allusion to Apollo is often seen in references to him as a representation of youth, beauty, and artistic talent. He is also sometimes associated with the sun, light, and healing. In popular culture, Apollo's image is used in various contexts, such as in brand names, music, literature, and sports.
Williams Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet.
Coat yourself with butter then lay in the sun for 2 hours