The short story “the man who saw the flood” written by Richard Wright is about a poor family that has gone through a great deal of struggles; besides, the family also has to bear racism something that was well manifested back in those times. This family just got through a devastating flood that ended with all their belongings. However, they keep their chins up and make up their mind to start from scratches. Despite all the troubles, a very wealthy man, Mr. Burguess comes over and demands Tom to pay the debt. As expected, Tom is not able to pay him back so he takes Tom to a place where he can respond for what he owes.  This is clearly the perfect reflection and example of many families that endure these sorts of hardships in life. They are discriminated and taken away for the economical, political and material power of some wealthy and high-call people