... represented as two parts of a self, those parts are distinct; they are complementary, not identical. Although Sula and Nel might share a common vision (suggested by "one eye"), their needs and desires are distinct (they have "two throats"). She clung to Nel as the closest thing to an other and a self only to discover that she and Nel were not one and ... not apply it to themselves and consequently fail to recognize the evils inherent in their conformity. Sula is simply acting out the life that the rest of the community desires in their secret subconscious, "she lived out her days explor...

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• Grade Level: High School