Bread Of Bitternedness Summary

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In the first line, McKay begins off by expressing his dependence and disregard for America. He says, “Although she feeds me bread of Bitterness” which conclusively shows America as a “Mother,” “Provider” or “Source of livelihood” for the author. The primary reason for arguing this way is based on the image or perception created by the author. He depends on America, the same way a child or a young one depends on his or her mother for bread.
America is the provider despite the challenges experienced on the soils [“Bread of Bitterness’]. The bread of bitterness may be equated to the American racism encountered by the blacks living in the South. As a mother protects his children, America was responsible for ensuring equality, and equity between

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