Wright's First Written Piece

Wright feels gratification at showing the piece he wrote to a female neighbor simply because he is reveling in the thrill of having produced something. He says that he feels as though this was the first time in his life he had actually created something that was entirely his. Even though it was - in his opinion - not particularly well written, the thrill of having written it at all was enough to excite him. Wright acknowledges that his neighbor was most likely bewildered at hearing him read it - his story was lacking in all but atmosphere and tragic occurrences. This small portion of the story is an important piece of foreshadowing. We can be fairly certain that Wright will take up writing again in the future as he does write Black Boy, among many others. Wright's ability to create something all his own is an important milestone for him. He feels stifled living in his Grandmother's house, with his zealot of an Aunt. Reading and writing helps to provide Wright with an outlet with which he can healthily let out his pent up frustrations.