The Sport Of The Gods

The Sport of the Gods is a novel by Paul Laurence Dunbar published in 1902. The story follows the Tucker family a prosperous African-American family living in the South who are suddenly uprooted from their comfortable life and forced to start over in New York City. The novel explores themes of racism identity and the struggle for survival in a hostile world. Dunbars writing style is naturalistic and sympathetic to the plight of his characters who are depicted with great sensitivity and depth. The novel is also notable for its commentary on the social and economic conditions of African-Americans in the early 20th century. The Sport of the Gods is a powerful and thought-provoking work that remains relevant today as it deals with issues that are still relevant in contemporary society. It is considered one of Dunbars greatest achievements and a classic of African-American literature.