Through its' descriptive language the reader can create a vivid image of the setting in their minds. These
descriptions are what made the story more compelling. At the beginning of the story, it was more
interesting than other African American slavery stories I have read before. There were many motifs,
stereotypes, and metaphors that were easy to point out. George was a trickster and is eager to get into
mischief and get what he wants. I found it interesting that John didn't age at all after he too became
plateye. This story gives a great idea of freedom and how freedom means that you are able to control
your life, despite the fact that someone else is in control of you.
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