The history of the United States is deeply rooted in systemic inequality, particularly against African Americans, who endured slavery and continued oppression long after emancipation. Richard Wright’s Native Son (1940) confronts these injustices through the story of Bigger Thomas, a young Black man shaped by racism, poverty, and limited life choices. The novel exposes how white supremacy distorts Black identity, denies justice, and upholds inequality through biased institutions—especially the legal system. Bigger’s violent act is portrayed as a tragic response to a society that dehumanizes him. Through this narrative, Wright critiques the contradictions of American democracy and emphasizes that racial justice is essential for true equality and freedom.

Author :  Fatchul Mu’in

Editor :  Raisa Fadilla

Halaman Buku : 215

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