“The Bluest Eye” occurs in Lorain, Ohio during the late 1930s and early 1940s. During this time, African Americans faced difficulties, whether in the North or Souths. Considering the Great Depression recently ended, jobs were scarce, as people wanted to work and provide for their families. Unfortunately, a degree of racism still existed, which made it stunningly difficult for African Americans to obtain well paying jobs. As a result, African American families such as, Pecola’s faced unwavering challenges and caused questioning within the family. Abuse, torment, and low self-esteem affected Pecola’s life. First of all, Pecola’s father is severely abusive. He abused Pecola’s mother, attempted to burn the house down, and raped Pecola. As a result,
