This document discusses the challenges of writing an essay about Richard Wright's seminal novel "Native Son". It notes that a successful essay on this topic requires: 1) a deep analysis of the novel's themes, characters, and social commentary; 2) an understanding of the historical context of 20th century American racism and oppression that shaped the work; and 3) an examination of the contemporary relevance of the novel's exploration of race relations. The document emphasizes that analyzing "Native Son" is a complex undertaking that demands strong literary analysis skills as well as a nuanced grasp of history and current social issues in order to do the rich complexity of Wright's work justice.