... since she was always dressed in white, her rabbits were white, and her coffin was white. All these memories haunted Robert more and more each day of his life. Findley suggest that in the latter part of The Wars that Robert is becoming mentally unstable. At times he can no longer function as a dedicated soldier or an average human being. It is quite ironic ... 's sensitivity and control is after they were notified that Robert was missing in action. Mrs. Ross was in a sense of disarray and Tom was able to comfort her, Mr. Ross held her and rocked her from side to side. The house began to d...

• Word Count: 2775
• Approx Pages: 11
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

... came down steep and black like a cowl, " the narrator says, and the shade of oak trees surrounding the dwelling suggested that it was a tomb rather than a house. The Negroes who man the place are dispirited, for Armand is a demanding master. When his father was in charge, they were in high spirits. When Madame Valmonde enters the house, Desiree is on a couch holding the baby. It is asleep. Standing at a window is ... the baby's nurse, Zandrine. Madame is surprised at how the child, a boy, has grown. Desiree tells her mother that Armand is pleased with the child "so much so that his mood...

• Word Count: 2905
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School