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ABSTRACT
This study aims to examine the theme of black consciousness and the quest for identity in Richard Wright's Native Son and Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man. Through an analysis of the main protagonists in each novel, Bigger Thomas and the unnamed narrator, respectively, the essay explore the psychological and social complexities of being a black man in America during the early 20th century. Specifically, the study will delve into the internal conflicts of these characters as they grapple with feelings of marginalisation, oppression, and invisibility. With the employment post colonial theory, this research mirrors the intricate journey of quest for identity and self realisation of African Americans of the set time and present time. Using a qualitative approach, this study will employ close textual analysis and literary criticism to investigate the themes of black consciousness and identity in Richard Wright's Native Son and Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man. In conclusion, This study reveals how the protagonists in Richard Wright's Native Son and Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man navigate the oppressive forces of racism and the protagonist resilience in their quest for identity and self-realisations.
