Struggles of Youth

Similarities in the Aspirations and Struggles in the Youth in The House on Mango Street and The Women of Brewster Place As children grow into young adults they face the most predominant times of turbulence of their lives. Children are exposed more and more to domestic violence, death and racism while dealing with their own sexuality, creativity and relationships as they grow older. These young people have dreams and during this period of time is …

…violence and their own psychological battles, C.C. and Esperanza in part found their own niche and home. Even though C.C. chose a different and very wrong path, he has become satisfied with his choice. Esperanza is not satisfied with her place at the moment; she and her family have a stable home, whereas C.C. does not, even though he is satisfied with his. Their struggles are worlds apart and yet the same.