Through his characters Faulkner contrasted the past and present era. ... The language of "A Rose for Emily- is descriptive as well as symbolic. Faulkner represents Emily's rejection to change and wish to live in the past through dialog and description of setting. ... The color rose found at the end of the story in the room where Homer was found represented love. ... Throughout William Faulkner's short story "A Rose for Emily- time and isolation are the continuous themes. ...

• Word Count: 1389
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School