54 pages • 1 hour read
Pauline Elizabeth HopkinsOf One Blood: Or, the Hidden Self
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1902A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
Analyze the protagonist’s initial characterization in the beginning of the story. What do you think is the source of his distress and what reveals his identity crisis? Use evidence from the text to offer a description of the character and compare his inner to his outer self.
How does the author describe music and its significance for African American culture? How does Dianthe’s gift of song connect with the Black experience?
How does Reuel first connect with Dianthe? How does their relationship develop before his departure for Africa? Why is Dianthe asking for his help?
