Posted by Alex on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 12:55pm.
Based on readings from the first 20 chapters of "Invisible Man", what does the narrator mean when he refers to himself as "invisible"?
Is it because of all the situations he been in and no one really seeing him or his feelings?
HELP PLEASE
Literature - Ms. Sue, Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 12:59pm
I agree with you.
This may help you with other questions.
Random Question - Alex, Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 8:27pm
So how would you say one of the examples of the journey to solitude reflect a understanding of his own "invisibility"?
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/invisibleman/
No one here will do your thinking and writing for you, but if you read all the sections in the link carefully, you should be able to come up with a good response.
I'm trying to get you to think about what you read and come to your own conclusions.
I know, after teaching for over 30 years, that if someone always does someone else's thinking for him/her, then that person doesn't do very well in life. I'd rather that you reason it out yourself and become a stronger person and student.
To understand the meaning of the narrator referring to himself as "invisible" in the book "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison, it is important to analyze the context and events in the first 20 chapters. This will provide insight into the narrator's experiences and their impact on his perception of invisibility.
One possible explanation for the narrator's invisibility is the fact that he often finds himself in situations where people do not truly see or understand him. Throughout the first 20 chapters, the narrator encounters numerous instances of racism and prejudice that contribute to his feelings of being invisible. For example, he is frequently overlooked and dismissed by others due to their preconceived notions and stereotypes about African Americans.
Additionally, the narrator's invisibility is not just a physical state but also an emotional and psychological one. He feels invisible in terms of his thoughts, feelings, and aspirations being disregarded by society. This sense of invisibility is reinforced by the experiences he has as he navigates through a racially divided and oppressive world.
In order to understand how one of the examples of the journey to solitude reflects the narrator's own invisibility, it is necessary to identify specific passages or events in the book. Without any specific references provided, I am unable to give a detailed analysis. However, it is likely that the journey to solitude represents a retreat from the outside world, a quest for self-discovery, and a search for an identity that is not defined by the expectations and prejudices of others. Through this journey, the narrator might come to a deeper understanding of his own invisibility and its effects on his life.
To further explore the themes of invisibility and their significance in "Invisible Man," it is recommended to read the remaining chapters of the book. This will provide a more comprehensive understanding of the narrator's journey and the symbolic meaning behind his invisibility.