In Jean Toomer’s “Reapers” the poem suggests that man sees himself as superior and above other beings in nature. A prime example from the poem is the line that states, “Black horses drive a mower through the weeds…”(line 5) Man believes they can use animals however they need to and don’t need to show respect to the horses as other beings. Mankind thinks it can use use the horses for labor, instead of letting them run free, as nature intended. In addition to this example the following example exemplifies my point, “His belly close to ground. I see the blade, blood-stained, continue cutting weeds and shade.”(line 7-9) This exhibits how mankind uses nature to get ahead. Man will essentially kill nature to advance himself. In conclusion, the poem,