During the Jim Crow era, the social norms of African Americans in the South were deemed inferior by the dominant white population. Additionally, white people held positions of power and authority and often occupied roles as employers. This created a social hierarchy and faced significant economic and social mobility barriers. Richard Wright's "The Ethics of Living Jim Crow" sheds light on the social norms through his experiences in the South during the Jim Crow era. Furthermore, his book portrays the complex nature of racism, which happened in every aspect of life for black people during this era. In particular, he highlights how African Americans were systematically denied access to education, employment, and fair treatment in the legal system,
