Wiley, whose occupation is a seaman, is frequently absent, but his absences are tolerable for Helene and she does not miss her husband very much. ... Instead of Helene helping Nel to increase her daughter self-worth instead she always reminds her daughter that there is something wrong with her appearance: "Don't just sit there, honey. ...

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• Approx Pages: 20
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate