How does DuBois' argument relate to Octavian Nothing's plight as a slave who wants the unthinkable--freedom? Consider the passage describing slavery: "The history of the American Negro is the history of this strife, --this longing to attain self-conscious manhood, to merge his double self into a better and truer self" (92). How does Octavian manifest his duality? Review the last section of M.T. Anderson's novel, particularly passages divorcing substance from form, and think about Octavian's tragic history from understanding he was a slave, understanding his exploitation from his masters, and realizing his permanent exile from citizenship. Write a 5-7 sentence paragraph in response, and be sure to follow the outline on integrating sources in your paper, including page numbers. Remember to include your full name and the section of English you are enrolled in. Proofread your post for slippages of text language and/or spelling mistakes.