What metaphors are used in Coming of Age in Mississippi by Anne Moody?

The houses of whites works as a metaphor for black subjugation. The most common place of employment for black women is in the houses of whites. The women work as housekeepers, cooks, and nannies. Sometimes the women are lucky enough to find work with a white family that is more tolerant than most whites. In these cases, the pay is better and the work environment is less slave-like. Anne works for several years in various houses. She is usually lucky enough to have an employer who likes her and treats her well.