In the preface, Hooks begins explaining the lifestyle of African Americans through the use of feminist theory. She examines how separation between railroads, how they live in life with many restrictions. As a person of color they were able to see two perspectives of the story. Living in a world afraid of punishment, so they were not able eat, enter certain areas, and such or else there were consequences to their actions. They have entered a world which they must live on the edge, paying close attention to their actions in order to survive. Public awareness of separation is a big deal in their culture since it is a vital part of the culture to ensure the social structure is formed. This social structure creates a whole new perspective for
