What is the theme of the poem Sympathy?
What is the theme of the poem Sympathy?
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The primary themes of this poem are struggle, prejudice, and societal inequality. Throughout the poem, the trapped bird attempts and fails to obtain his freedom. Although he is captivated, he longs for the same freedom in his life as he observes his fellow birds playing in the wind. He bleeds and gets scars in the name of freedom, yet nothing happens. Dunbar illustrates the African American people’s unending suffering and dire position with the comparison of this little bird. Their wounds have healed into scars, unlike this bird. Even in daily life, they are denied their basic human rights and are imprisoned. They eventually fought for their rights after many years.
Sympathy Summary