As an audience, one is not sure whether to be disgusted with him because of his bad judgment calls or to feel sorry for him because circumstances have led him into an unbearable situation that he doesn't have the bravery to escape since he longs to spare the feelings of both women he loves. ... It can be argued that Florence's ultimate decision is not so much adhering to patriarchy as it is following what she believes will make her happier and she knows that she will not be happy with lots of money and a lack of love in her life. ... Although she shows relief knowing that he will s...

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