Humor, Identity, and the History of Comedy in “Purlie Victorious”
Introduction Purlie Victorious, written by Ossie Davis, is a touching story that puts both styles like humor, identity and suppression in the fifties. This era was characterized by racial separation and the Rights of Civil Movement. Davis highlights a humorous farce by looking at Africans’ inner struggles with identity amidst external limitations. The essay examines ... Read More
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