The Journey of a Hero
Often times a writer will use characterization in the development of their story; this is the case in Eudora Welty’s “A Worn Path”. The main character, Phoenix Jackson, is portrayed in a variety of ways through out the story. Phoenix can be viewed as vulnerable, pathetic, and heroic. Welty utilizes society’s stereotypes as a tool for developing Phoenix’s character. She portrays Phoenix as old and incapable and then breaks the stereotypes by giving her moments of heroism.
Welty begins her character development of Phoenix Jackson by describing her in ways that make her appear vulnerable. Phoenix is embarking on a journey into town and encounters some obstacles set forth by mother nature. It is these particular encounters that Welty uses to play down Phoenix’s character and makes her seem vulnerable. An example of this is when Phoenix comes upon a thorn bush and has a discussion about how the bush is doing its job. It is Welty’s choice of words......
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