Date of Award
Spring 5-2019
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A.
Degree Program
English
Department
English
Major Professor
Dr. Daniel Doll
Second Advisor
Dr. Earle Bryant
Third Advisor
Dr. Anne Boyd Rioux
Abstract
This thesis is an analysis of Ralph Ellison’s use of color terminology in his novel, Invisible Man. By taking an in depth look at the circumstances in which Ellison uses specific color terms, the reader can ascertain the author’s thoughts on various historical events, as well as the differences between characters in the novel such as Ras, Dr. Bledsoe, and Rinehart.
Recommended Citation
VanMeter, Bryan A., "The Color of Invisibility" (2019). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 2650.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/2650
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