In James Joyce's story "Eveline" we read of a young women that is fighting with her inner feelings on whether to leave everything she has ever had or to elope with the possible man of her dreams. Eveline has taken over the motherly role in her family after the mother lost her life due to a terrible illness. ... But now, Eveline could not hide like in days past. ... Eveline also felt excitement in the idea of starting a new life. ... This feeling of guilt is what led Eveline to not board the ship with Frank who she so much loved. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

James Joyce's short story, "Eveline," concentrates on a young woman trying to escape the hard life she has. ... Joyce writes, "Tizzie Dunn was dead, too, and the Waters had gone back to England. ... Eveline's environment will never be different. ... Eveline was afraid of all of these changes. ... Eveline also has a very boring life at home. ...

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• Grade Level: High School