ESSAY ASSIGNMENT I want you to write an essay on a topic that draws your interest. I'm hoping one of the topics below does exactly that. These are prompts. I'm emphasizing this because I want you to use them as “jumping off” points rather than finite ideas that confine your writing and thinking about the literature. Papers are due May 15th. Your papers should be 5-6 pages, double-spaced with 12-point font. Please make an argument that is compelling; that states more than what is obvious; and that engages the text critically. Remember: these are prompts that are meant to ignite your own analytical and creative ideas. Be specific and thoroughly engaging in your responses to them. Make sure to quote from the source. Prompt: "Sonny's Blues" explores the fragmented relationship between two brothers. Analyze the issues that result in this fracture and the attempt at healing that is made through music. Think about: ⚫ the ways that the two brothers deal with pain/suffering the importance of jazz/blues in expressing suffering and promoting healing