Kindred Questions on The Fire
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In Kindred, why does Dana survive while Alice does not?
Dana survives because she possesses knowledge of the future, which empowers her to navigate the past with a broader understanding than those living in it. She is not enslaved like Alice and has the...
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In Kindred by Octavia Butler, why does Rufus contemplate suicide in "The Fire"?
In "The Fire," Rufus contemplates suicide due to the severe beatings from his father, who is often cruel and uncaring. His father's lack of concern for his well-being pushes Rufus to set fire to his...