A worn path

"A Worn Path" is clearly about African Americans struggle for equality after the civil war. I believe the author Eudora chose the name “Phoenix “because of the mythical creature which is said to live 500 to 1,000 years. Phoenix Jackson is old but she still makes this journey alone several times, she defines strength and determination. Throughout the story she faces hardship but she doesn’t allow them to stand in her way. Phoenix is doing this long dangerous journey for her grandson, she never complains because she knows that in the end it will be worth it. African American fought for equal rights not only for themselves but for the children so that would have better future with equal opportunities