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Dreams in Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun”
Dreams assume a considerable role
in “A Raisin in the Sun”. As the story advances between the characters, it
becomes clear that every individual that takes part in the development of the
narrative experiences a different dream that establishes a resonating aim that
allows all of them to exhibit resilience and work hard despite the misfortunes
and hardships that characterize their lives. Nonetheless, while every character’s
dream may be deemed important, it is clear that Mama is the most deserving
across all the main characters since her dreams are solely about the welfare of
her family rather than the fulfillment of her own desires. Indeed, the respective character had thoughts
regarding the way in which her dream, if it came true, would be significantly
beneficial to every member of her family. For instance, while thinking about
the benefits that her dream would provide to Beneatha if it were true, she says
that, “Some it got to be put away for Beneatha and her schoolin’ – and ain’t
nothing going to touch that part of it” (Hansberry 53). From this musing, it is
evident that Mama has thoughts regarding Beneatha, especially in respect to her
future. Rather than wish for struggle, Mama believes that Beneatha should have
a life that warrants good tidings rather than complications and difficulties
that she is currently facing as an outcome of the environment she occupies
inherently and extrinsically. Mama also thinks about Travis, especially based
on how a yard may be quite beneficial in allowing the young man to engage in
play during the summer season (Hansberry 42). She further tells the reader
about getting a new house that Travis will love and giving Ruth’s money to
Walter for the purpose of investments after she has her baby hence showing the
extent to which her dream is more centered on achieving happiness for the lives
of the other characters.
Works Cited
Hansberry, Lorraine. A Raisin in the Sun: A Drama in Three Acts. Random House, 1959.