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John Green, the narrator of a Crash Course Literature episode focusing on Invisible Man, offers his analysis of Ralph Ellison's novel. Using evidence from the text, Green details why Ellison's novel should be considered as a seminal work not only on the black experience in post-World War II America but also on those who find meaning in the "lower frequencies" of life.
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Instructional Ideas
- Due to the extensive plot summary, the video is most appropriate after readers have finished the novel
- Ask class members to craft a reflective essay in which they identify the "Lower Frequencies" on which Ellison speaks for them
Classroom Considerations
- One of six PBS resources focusing on Invisible Man
- Requires users to register for a free PBS account
- Presumes viewers are familiar with the Crash Course video protocols which include the narrator's asides
- The video ends with an ad
Pros
- Green offers a detailed summary of key events in the novel and analyzes why those episodes are significant
Cons
- None