“"What for?" I said. "What for, Tante Lou? He treated me the same way he treated her. He wants me to feel guilty, just as he wants her to feel guilty. Well, I'm not feeling guilty, Tante Lou. I didn't put him there. I do everything I know how to do to keep people like him from going there. He's not going to make me feel guilty."”
Quote by Ernest Gaines
Work
A Lesson Before Dying: A Novel
This novel delves into the profound and emotional narrative of a young man's journey to understand the gravity of his own existence amidst the backdrop of racial inequality. The story follows a young man's transformation as he grapples with the weight of his identity and the societal expectations placed upon him. more
Author
Ernest Gaines
Ernest Gaines is an American author known for his profound insights into racial and social issues. His works often set in the black community of Louisiana, explore themes of racial relations, poverty, and education. more
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