America and I by Anzia Yezierska
"America and I" by Anzia Yezierska "America and I", originally appearing in 1. ... In this, Yezierska addresses the most important theme in her works in a more direct manner: The problems of the immigrants when they arrive to America. ... This is stated when she says in this story: "I want America to want me". ... "America and I" can be discussed in terms of contemporary problems encountered by new immigrants, ghetto youth, working-class employees, and women. ... Yezierska talks about her struggle to find "America". She uses symbolism to convey ideas and connotations about her feelings and her perception of America. She uses the idea of "darkness" and "light" to symbolize the negative and positive aspects of her experience and understanding in America. ... On the other hand, the image of light is used to symbolize hopes and dreams about her life in America.