Sula feels no shame, because her conception of evil includes only actions not directed towards friendship, while her sleeping with Jude was an attempt at forming a friendship. ... In fact, just the opposite appears true, for neither woman provided Sula with an "intimate knowledge of marriage" (library book 36). ...
The beauty and wonder of nature is an inspiration to return to the innocence of the true self. ... The character must return to the true self and break free from the boundaries established by society. ... This clearly marks Edna's return to her true self "the child heart. ... This marks her realization that she has made the transition from the false self back to her true self. ... Her true self forced her to realize what she really wanted, and what she wanted was Robert. ...
Brett is an extremely passionate woman but is denied the first man she feels true love and admiration for. ... Not with my own true love", "I know", "Isn't it rotten? ... Both Brett and Jake know that any relationship beyond a friendship cannot be pursued. ...
