Critical Source
- Ostrom, Hans. Langston Hughes: A Study of the Short Fiction. Boston: Twayne, 1993.
Discussion starters
- Ostrom says that the goodwill of the Pembertons is a "veneer" (13). Though we realize they meant well, Ostrom's comment makes them sound deceptive. Do you think this is true?
- Why do the Pembertons assume Vivi is a prostitute?
- What do you think Vivi's reaction to Arnie's abdication from his family will be?