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The Bluest Eye Comparative Essay

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In the book The Bluest Eye written by Toni Morrison in 1970, consists of multiple interlocking stories, one of the most powerful being Cholly Breedlove ,Pecola’s father. Cholly Breedlove is a man who has suffered through abhorrent bearings such as degradation, condescension, abuse, and isolation. In general, most people would be unable to mentally and emotionally persist through the misfortune he was confronted against. Isolated in a society defined by racism, economic inequality, and fanaticism, Cholly due to his race and social status was not only shunned but considered barbarous.Comparatively, in the novella Chronicle Of A Death Foretold written by Gabriel García Márquez, the plot revolves around the deliberation of the death of Santiago Nasar. Santiago Nasar was an mysterious …show more content…

This essay will be a comparative analysis between Cholly Breedlove and Santiago Nasar.

In both Chronicle of a Death Foretold and The Bluest Eye Cholly and Santiago are allocated roles within their community, but are perceived as outsiders in the eyes of society. They are both ostracized from their communities due to the inclusive culture exclusive to each society. Their individual worthiness is not portrayed by their personalities, but rather their appearance known as the “Arab” and being black. Both Cholly and Santiago are physically and psychologically isolated from society due to their social stature and race. The story in Chronicle of A Death Foretold takes place in the early twentieth century in a small Latino community, which have a very specific set of values and priorities. Santiago is a descendent of Arab people who immigrated to Colombia .Indeed, he is a member of a minority community, however, his race defines him as an outsider. Even though he was born and raised in Columbia, people still treat him as if he doesn't appertain. When the plot is in turmoil,

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