Innledning
The American Dream is not an ordinary aspiration; it represents the hope for a better life, a fresh start, and an escape from the hardships experienced in one's native country.
Immigrants bring with them their personal histories and cultures, striving to preserve their values while assimilating into their new homeland, the United States - the land of opportunities.
In the extract from Andre Agassi's autobiography, "Open," we gain insights not only into his life and upbringing but also into his father's and grandmother's lives.
In the following analysis, I will focus on elements such as intergenerational relationships, the writing style, and the autobiography as a genre.
Utdrag
In his autobiography, Andre Agassi chooses to narrate the experiences from the perspective of an eight-year-old Andre, lending a child's innocence to the story.
The present tense used in the writing adds authenticity, making the reader feel like a fly on the wall, witnessing the events unfold in real-time.
The language is marked by childlike simplicity, with spoken phrases like "She's a nasty old lady" (l. 1) and the use of words like "nasty" and "epic," characteristic of a child's vocabulary.
The straightforward and easy-to-understand language contributes to the openhearted style of writing that the title "Open" aptly reflects.
Through this autobiography, Andre Agassi lays bare his personal and private life, shedding light on his journey as a professional tennis player.
Writing this autobiography may have been a cathartic release for Andre Agassi, helping him cope with the immense pressure his father placed on him during childhood.
By sharing his experiences, he reveals the reasons behind his success as a professional tennis player and how he fulfilled the dream his father had for himself. Throughout his life, Andre was cast as the victim while his father played the role of the enforcer.
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