The Symbolism of The House on Mango Street
In The House on Mango Street, Sandra Cisneros addresses and develops the
themes of assimilation of the Chicano into American society, stereotypes, and the
treatment of the Chicana within her culture. These themes are brought out through the
experiences of Esperanza, a young Chicana character. The American society has tried to
make the Chicano fir into its culture and make him follow its way of doing things. The
Chicano has also 'voluntarily' tried to assimilate because of the negative attitudes towards
him and his culture. There are several p…
