Comparison of Characters From Fences and A Raisin in the Sun

Comparison Essay of Two Characters
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Comparison Essay of Two Characters
Both Troy Maxson from the movie "Fences" and Walter Lee from "A Raisin in the Sun" are struggling African American men who feel trapped by their circumstances. Both characters are deeply dissatisfied with their lives and willing to take significant risks to change their situation. However, the two men differ in their methods, motivations, and ultimate outcomes.
-23587581407523One fundamental similarity between Troy and Walter is that missed opportunities in their youth haunt both men. For Troy, it was a promising baseball career that never took off due to the racial barriers in the sport at the time. For Walter, it was the possibility of pursuing a higher education and a better life for himself and his family. These missed opportunities motivate both men to work hard and dream big. Both characters also struggle with feeling unfulfilled in their current roles. Troy is a garbage collector who feels that he has nothing to show for all his years of hard work. Conversely, Walter is a chauffeur who resents ...