Oct 26, 2009

Naturalism in Lynch Law

Though Ida B. Wells-Barnett writes from the perspective of a woman who is clearly affected disturbed by lynchings, I feel that "Lynch Law" might still be considered a naturalist piece. Wells-Barnett's intentions is to inform while also instilling a sense of logic and patriotism, therefore her mode of presentation seems detached because she is trying to present facts. Her description is also vividly detailed as to persuade her audience.
Though one might say it seems that she is too affected by lynchings to call this a naturalist piece, I feel that it actually is because of the author's intention and use of logic of factual evidence.

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