In the text “The Strangers That Came to Town” we are immediately introduced to character of Mrs. Duvitch, the wife of Mr. Duvitch and the mother of many children. The Duvitch family emigrated from an unknown country in Europe, and is now the neighboring family to our main character, Andy. Mrs. Duvitch is plagued with a skin condition and her sons battle many health issues. Because of the pretentious nature of the prosperous community on “Syringa Street” Mrs. Duvitch is looked down upon for her family’s indifference, as well as her immigration and financial statuses. Through this adversity however, Mrs. Duvitch exemplifies extreme character and fearlessness – qualities which eventually change the public’s perception of her.
Geraldine Brooks’ novel, Year of Wonders the various characters portrayed that survives the traumatic incident, namely the bubonic plague, result indefinitely significantly changed. The plague greatly affects these characters at both emotional and physical levels, initially impacting them in a harsh manner however with time these persons adapt to the situation and being the ‘lucky’ ones they surface transformed as a new community. Anna Frith, the main protagonist and the narrator of the novel is supposedly the character who has changed the most, along with Michael Mompellion changing drastically as well. Anna Frith is emergent as an oppressed woman with a limited view in this world however with the conclusion of the novel it is obvious how radical her change is from a ‘timid girl’ to a ‘woman who faced more terrors than many warriors’ and this is surprising as women in the 17th Century were considered no more than what their husbands were identified as. Through this it is derived how rare Anna’s characters change is in contrast to the social norms at the time.
The research is smoothly incorporated into the storyline such as when that ambulance driver's hands become so infected that she can no longer work and leaves for treatment. She later returns to her duty with hands that are healing but that will be permanently scarred. There are some chapters of factual notes at the end of the novel that explain in general terms the extent of the work women did during the Great War and that also expands on such details as infected and scarred hands. French writes, "Most women suffered severe infections, especially to their hands, from the suppurating wounds they tended, and in later years would recognize a fellow war volunteer by the scars on their hands, red and shiny and so thick it was difficult to sew or knit or even hold a teacup without dropping
Geraldine brooks admiring novel, ‘year of wonders’ explores the many traits of human behaviour invoked when these characters experience a traumatic death from the bubonic plague. The novel explores the pain and suffering that the characters experience however it also celebrates how the character forgive and forget the damages human nature has caused, by creating new opportunities and inspiring new beginnings. Firstly the novel shows the negative side of human natures actions. This is revealed threw the pain, cruelty and suffering that is brought along with the bubonic plague. Brooks shows us that the plague causes many to suffer not only physically however mentally and emotionally as well.
Comparatively, she is unexpectedly thrown into the unknown when her family dies and she is left to help the community and forget about her needs. As the panic sets in when she enters the shaft, she is facing more and more doubts about her future separately. Brooks also shows the reader an insight into the world of the people living with the Plague: dark, dangerous, and seemingly hopeless. Overall, Brooks uses symbolism to show aspects of the Plague’s influence on Anna and the town in
Mary Lyle Date: 2-21-12 Assignment: Essay for first essay question on Cry the Beloved Country test. Love: the Solution to Fear Throughout Cry the Beloved Country fear affects both white and black people. They both fear the consequences of their own actions as well as the actions of the other group. However, Alan Paton describes the solution to this fear, and a few of his characters start putting the solution into action. Mr. Carmichael, Stephen Kumalo, and James Jarvis all use love to overcome their fear.
While the empowering and sometimes dictatorial influence of Michael Mompellion’s religious dogma and the uprise of women’s capability provide the novels title with multiple resonant meanings, it is ultimately the ability of nature to “reclaim its place” that supersedes the very structures on which the human population in this remote English village has founded their existence. When presented with devastation on an unprecedented scale, the largely powerless villagers initially look towards the power of unwavering religious faith in seeking guidance from their rector, Michael Mompellion. Mompellion believes the plague to be a test by which God intends to “chastise the souls He would save”, and accordingly insists that his congregation accept the onus of voluntary quarantine. While the ability of
The families experience fear, especially the children and wives, when there are break-ins and scares of intruders coming to turn them into the Nazi’s. They experience despair when months pass without any progression and a continuous lack of food and other necessities, but never lost their hope and looked forward to the radio announcement advertising the position of their county against the Nazi party. Although the families were undergoing hard times, they kept their heads and courage up, even in times of great trouble. The diary of Anne Frank has taught an enormous mass of people great lessons about her life and life during hard times such as the holocaust. This diary is a primary source and excellent example of how living really was during this time for an average teenager.
Women played a vital role during the World War I. Most either nursed the wounded soldiers, or provided goods and services in the war. Many of these determined women were killed whilst carrying out their duties. They were without doubt the heros of the Great War. Women helped cure many troops during the war.
Sacrifice in Eudora Welty’s “A Worn Path” and Despair in “The Whistle” The Sympathetic narrator in “The Whistle” and “A Worn Path” each speak of great sacrifice has been made by Phoenix Jackson taking a journey to get medicine for her grandson, so he can live. The deep despair of Jason and Sara Morton, in their attempt to save their farm that threatened not only their tomatoes, but their lives respectively as well. Phoenix Jackson, a determined woman, never gave up even in the hardest times. Jackson knew she had to complete the journey for her ill grandson. One of the first obstacles she runs into is the hill.