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  • on Heritage by Countee Cullen, on March 10, 2007

    "Heritage"

    The author stands outside of himself to reflect on separation from his native Africa. He feels his heritage call to him in the night, in the rain, and from within his converted soul. He faces a personal struggle as he attempts to balance the need to explore his heritage with the desire to dwell in his new faith. He concludes in victory, being an intelligent, civilized creation. "Heritage" is a superbly written account of Culllen's struggle to reconcile self-concept with designation in society.