The story “A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner is about the life of a woman who lived a very sheltered life. When we examine Emily Grierson’s life in the story, it is evident that she had few acquaintances in her town. Her family was constantly criticized and being watched to see what would happen next. A key theme noted in the story is isolation. From the isolation in Miss Emily’s life comes hereditary mental illness. This isolation began from her father’s influence, social status, and traditions that surround her.
One area that causes Miss Emily’s isolation is her father and their relationship. He had some form of high power in the town in which they lived and used that power. Mr. Grierson was also overbearing in Emily’s life. When he died, Emily kept his body for three days. That in itself is not normal or healthy and shows early signs of mental illness. The story says “she would have to cling to that which had robbed her.” In this one can conclude that in......
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