Adapting to Change William Faulkner examines the theme of adapting to change in "A Rose for Emily." ... Faulkner explains that victims of controlling life styles have a hard time adapting to change. ... It is through actions that Faulkner shows how a person accepts or denies change. ... Although slavery had since been abolished, Faulkner points out that Emily did not notice the new civil advancements in society. ... Faulkner implies that people that cannot accept change will eventually become very lonely. ...

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• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

In "A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner, the narrator shows us the life of a woman who has gone through so many hardships and how she tries to live her life ignoring all of her problems. ... The use of symbolism by Faulkner was also very important in this story. ... This use of the plot by Faulkner is effective in building up to the climax of the story. ... One of the most important literary elements Faulkner uses in this story is the point of view. ... Faulkner has achieved his goal in showing us that this is a rose for Emily. ...

• Word Count: 1531
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School