... to that fabled land where our brightest hopes are extinguished, our frail barks founder in darkness (here Mr. Ramsay would straighten his back and narrow his little blue eyes upon the horizon), one that needs, above all, courage, truth, and the power to endure. (Lighthouse p.4) Mr. Ramsay insists uncompromisingly on the bleak facts of the human condition. For him life is some ... sort of a dangerous expedition that is not to be taken lightly. I am sympathetic towards young James who wishes for "an axe or a poker, any weapon that would have gashed a hole in his father's breast and killed...

• Word Count: 3254
• Approx Pages: 13
• Grade Level: High School

... her own identity and develops inner strength and courage to break through societal conventions in order to acknowledge and act upon her own passions and desires. Edna comes to realize that nothing, not her children nor her husband, is worth giving up her own self. Eventually, Edna conquers convention by committing suicide as a sign of integrity and independence. The novel begins with Edna, her husband Leonce, and her children ... on a summer vacation at the resort of Grand Isle. When they arrive at Grand Isle, Edna is in a sort of semi-conscious state. She is unaware of her own feelings ...

• Word Count: 2850
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School

... " (42). Sofia had to fight her father, her brothers and cousins uncles. She grew up watching her mother controlled by their father. Sofia fights Harpo because she doesn't want to be like her mother, and Harpo attempts to beat Sofia because he wants to be like his father. They both refuse to be dominated. Sofia gets tired of Harpo's behavior and packs up the children and leaves. The women in the ... company by supplying all the money needed. Finally finding something she is good at after years of being called dumb by her stepfather and husband transforms Celie. She tells Mr._____ what she...

• Word Count: 2865
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School

... , that she is his partner in joys and sorrows. She toils alongside him when they are faced with troubles and shares his joy when they are blessed with happiness. She forgives and forgets Nathan's weaknesses and remains at his side till the end. As a mother, Rukmani fulfills her every duty, amassing Ira's dowry, educating her children and sharing their joy and sorrow at such a point that she accepts ... sections of society. They are the daughters of the soil and have inherited age-old traditions which they do not question. Their courage lies in meek or at times cheerful way of facing pove...

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• Approx Pages: 14

... to pay for the house, but he is brave in his effort to overcome his fears and try. At last, he is acting like his proud father, Big Walter. Additionally, Lena's dream of living in her own home comes true for her, and Ruth is proud of her husband's courage. Characterizations: Ruth Younger - Walter Younger's wife, who is about thirty years old. She was probably a ... pretty girl, but now she appears disappointed, weary, and tired. She still, however, possesses a "soft personality," always trying to please others ... done. Mama (Lena Younger) Mama, the proud mother of Beneatha and Walter,...

• Word Count: 2602
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School