Eudora Welty’s “A Worn Path” begins as a simple story of an old woman walking through the woods to town. Phoenix Jackson, the main character, faces many challenges and obstacles while walking to Natchez. Suspense and wonder is aroused in the reader as to why Phoenix would go through so much trouble to get to Natchez. The introduction of the detail about her invalid grandson at the end of the story creates power as well as respect for the poor, old woman. Because the detail of the grandson is introduced at the end of the story, the reader is forced to reevaluate their thoughts and feelings toward Phoenix. If the d
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