Do not judge a book by its cover. Nearly everyone has heard that quote multiple times. Some people might follow that saying and read the back of a book before actually deciding if they like the plot of the book or not. Others, however; ignore the saying and pick a book based on the pictures shown on the front or back cover. This cliché can apply to more than just books. Observing something new, the first inclination for people is to decide if they like it or hate it right away. Judging something before really getting to know what it is all about is not a good idea. This can take away from a good learning experience. This does not only apply to books; everyday people are being judged the same way as that book on the library shelf is. Whether
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Slavery comes in many forms. The most notable type comes in the form of American slavery beginning in the 17th century and lasting into the 19th century. The owners treated slaves as property instead of human beings, lacking any rights in society. Slave status throughout America was passed through families across several generations, and there was little to no hope of freedom. The most distinctive was the racial dimension: Atlantic slavery came to be identified exclusively with Africa and with “blackness” (Strayer, 688). Though slavery would be abolished in 1865 with the passing of the 13th amendment, racism would continue to be an issue as time progressed. In Harper Lee’s 1960 novel To Kill a Mockingbird, race is a major theme throughout. From the racial slurs used by the townspeople to the legal case of Tom Robinson, Lee explores in depth through the eyes of Jean Louise “Scout” Finch the hardships faced by blacks in the 1930’s. Atticus Finch, Scout’s father is continuously trying to teach her how racism works and why she should be loving towards everybody, not just …show more content…
Since the dawning of civilization, mankind has been living under the ideals of ultimate power—whether physically, intellectually, racially, or morally. Humans are always trying to outdo one another to be at the top. Sadly, one of the negative effects of this is what is called “racial supremacy.” Once a race is downgraded once, they will never see themselves the same again. As the late, great Rosa Parks once said, “Racism is still with us. But it is up to us to prepare our children for what they have to meet, and, hopefully, we shall overcome.” As for this class as a whole, I have learned that history has a funny way of repeating itself. It is also apparent to me that, try as we might, we cannot forgive and forget what has happened in the past. It is human nature to hold onto things. Even though things may look bad from a certain perspective, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel; there is room for improvement. We have the power to change things, so why not make the best of
Slavery comes in many forms. The most notable type comes in the form of American slavery beginning in the 17th century and lasting into the 19th century. The owners treated slaves as property instead of human beings, lacking any rights in society. Slave status throughout America was passed through families across several generations, and there was little to no hope of freedom. The most distinctive was the racial dimension: Atlantic slavery came to be identified exclusively with Africa and with “blackness” (Strayer, 688). Though slavery would be abolished in 1865 with the passing of the 13th amendment, racism would continue to be an issue as time progressed. In Harper Lee’s 1960 novel To Kill a Mockingbird, race is a major theme throughout. From the racial slurs used by the townspeople to the legal case of Tom Robinson, Lee explores in depth through the eyes of Jean Louise “Scout” Finch the hardships faced by blacks in the 1930’s. Atticus Finch, Scout’s father is continuously trying to teach her how racism works and why she should be loving towards everybody, not just …show more content…
Since the dawning of civilization, mankind has been living under the ideals of ultimate power—whether physically, intellectually, racially, or morally. Humans are always trying to outdo one another to be at the top. Sadly, one of the negative effects of this is what is called “racial supremacy.” Once a race is downgraded once, they will never see themselves the same again. As the late, great Rosa Parks once said, “Racism is still with us. But it is up to us to prepare our children for what they have to meet, and, hopefully, we shall overcome.” As for this class as a whole, I have learned that history has a funny way of repeating itself. It is also apparent to me that, try as we might, we cannot forgive and forget what has happened in the past. It is human nature to hold onto things. Even though things may look bad from a certain perspective, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel; there is room for improvement. We have the power to change things, so why not make the best of