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What is the metaphor used throught the "from the dark tower" by Countee Cullen

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Answer: night is compared to African Americans

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night is compared to African Americans

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throughout "From the Dark Tower", the author uses the metaphor that compares night to African Americans. The author also describes "night" in a complimentary way, obviously referencing that African Americans are lovely and shouldn't withstand discrimination.

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