What is the theme of battle royal by Ralph ellison?

racism

Edit: I disagree that that's really even a theme of the story, and even if it is, there are far more and more prominent ones in Battle Royal.

1. The theme of Identity and Purpose, both as a race for the black race and as a personal journey of discovery.

2. The Cruelty of Man - Not just to black men but to the white girl as well. Basically anyone they view an not equals or as objects.

3. The Power/Corruption of Money - The way the boys willingly electrocute themselves in order to get money. The way the rich white men treat others as objects who are not of their station.

4. Social Equality - The way that the south views blacks and others (like the exotic dancer) not of their station.