This definition of the word fence plays a central role both metaphorically and realistically in the play "Fences," by August Wilson, and in the poem "Mending Wall," by Robert Frost. ... Within Fences, Wilson clearly portrays dramatic character development over time within Troy and Cory, Troy's son. ... However, despite Rose's good intentions the fence serves to both "keep people out" and "keep people in" (Wilson 61). ... Wilson uses the conflict between Cory and Troy to create an enormous shift in Cory, from the subservient boy who wanted to live up to his f...

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For example, in the play Fences by August Wilson the father uses positive discipline when punishing his son, Cory, for defying him. ... A strong family is like a coat of armor protecting children from the often cold, harsh world beyond the confines of the white picket fence. ...

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