Aswin

  In the narrative of "Sweat" by Lynn Nottage, the web of characters' relationships represents their pursuit of dreams and aspirations. Within the story, friendships emerge as pillars of strength, fostering an environment where characters can achieve their dreams. For instance, when Tracey and Cynthia together, try to pursue economic stability, their friendship becomes a driving force. Nottage captures this alliance, portraying how shared friendships can create a powerful way to achieve dreams together as they navigate the challenges of the factory floor, the support they offer each other becomes important in their journey. However, the same relationships that create dreams can also become the very barriers to them. When familial and friendly ties unravel due to jealousy or betrayal, the fallout is unstoppable. Stan and Chris's friendship, initially very important in the book later disintegrates under the weight of resentments and aspirations. This problem exemplifies...

  Hughes's selection of words and rhetorical devices such as imagery, repetition, and metaphors emphasize the importance of dreams in a person’s life. “Hold fast to dreams” implies an urgency, suggesting that one should hold their dreams tightly and never let them go. Hughes uses imagery when he says “broken-winged bird” as he compares it to a life that’s broken due to letting go dreams which emphasizes the central message “hold fast to dreams”. Hughes describes the downside of a life without dreams by using imagery as when he says “barren field/frozen with snow” to paint a picture of a cold, lonely life. He repeats several words and sentences such as the word “life” that often serves as a reminder that dreams play an important role in a person’s regardless of having them or not having them.