A Man is Still a Son

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This paper discusses the relationship between an adult man and his mother. Using the story "Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansbury, the writer of this paper explores the relationship that two characters, Walter and Lena have and how that relationship is handled and affects their lives.

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"As we mature we take on various roles in our lives. We become spouses, parents and friends as well as co-workers, neighbors and advisors. Our roles change as we become more independent in our lives but the one role we never stop playing is the role of being our parent's child. In Raisin in the Sun we are treated to a look inside a close yet volatile relationship between a man and his elderly mother."

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