1. Example of what you need to do. Violence as Power and Social Control:
1.1. Name of the story"Dry September"
1.1.1. Brief example illustrating the value: Lynching of Will Mayes
2. Passive Resistance to Oppression
2.1. Andreas Costa. In the story "Centaur in Brass" When Tom-Tom and Turl, who are black men, decide to join forces to thwart Flem's plan and prevent him from keeping the brass, after realizing that they have been victims of manipulation.
2.1.1. "Barn Burning" is reflected when Sarty's mother passively resists within the family environment, despite suffering violence and control from Abner, she does not openly confront him, however she tries to protect her children, reflecting an internal struggle.Lady Q.
2.2. Andreas Costa. In the story "A Point in Law" Lucas Beauchamp is a black man who runs an illegal whiskey business on the sly, on the land of landowner Edmonds and also knows how the law works so as not to be arrested.
2.3. Mateo Davila"The third speaker rose and grasped McLendon's arm; he too had been a soldier. "Now, now. Let's figure this thing out. Who knows anything about what really happened?" "Figure out hell!" McLendon jerked his arm free. "All that're with me get up from there. The ones that aint--" He roved his gaze, dragging his sleeve across his face. Three men rose. The drummer in the chair sat up." In story "Dry September" Many times we think that oppression is only from an authority but I would like to address the suggestion as a type of oppression with this example, where after a word from the third speaker several listeners begin to put themselves into action, we can observe the way in which they are oppressed. free expression or ideologies to carry out the criteria of very few in this case related to justice
3. Corruption
3.1. bureaucratic complicity
3.1.1. For example, in the story "Centaur in Brass," the authorities knew what Flem was doing and they don't do much. Dome T
3.1.2. Maiky Cruz. Bureaucratic Complicity: In the tale "Centaur in Brass," Flem Snopes's fraudulent actions, including his manipulation of the brass material for his own gain, are known to the authorities. They show their complicit or passive attitude by failing to take significant action against him in spite of their knowing. The issue of bureaucratic collusion is emphasized by this lack of action.
3.2. A Rose for Emily (when Satoris makes up a story that Emily's dad helped the state pay off a debt, all to avoid Emily paying taxes - M.M)
3.3. Pablo Ayala.Wash Sutpen embodies the moral and social corruption of a privileged class that uses its position to manipulate and exploit those it considers inferior, such as Wash and his family. A prime example is when Sutpen disparages the birth of Milly's illegitimate child, saying: “Too bad you're not a mare. Then I could give you a nice stable in the barn.”
4. Abuse of social and economic power
4.1. Lizeth Quimbo. Abuse of social and economic power, for example in "Centaur in Brass" where Snopes with his authority uses manipulation, corruption and money to steal brass for his own benefit.
4.2. In Centaur in Brass, Flem Snopes exploits the moral weaknesses and greed of the town officials to strengthen his power. He orchestrates the theft of brass from the local plant and shifts the blame onto others, using manipulation and internal rivalries to ensure his own gain and control over the community. (D.S)
4.3. This value can be seen in the short story The Tall Man, when the landowners and ruling class of the South are seen trying to seize the lands of the Tall Men. Rural workers, like the Tall Men, struggle to keep their lands in the face of threats from wealthy landowners who try to exploit their economic situation for their own benefit. (Marco Calderón)
4.4. This value can be seen in the short story Two Soldiers when looking at the way military officers exercise their authority over soldiers, without worrying about the consequences for the families of the men sent to the front. (Marco Calderón). Enrique Wong: This example, Marco, is far-fetched becuase it is not explicitly stated like that in the story.
4.5. Esteban Mariño In Dry September, The white men who take part in the lynching of Will Mayes abuse their social and economic power by acting without consequence. The entire town allows this act of violence to happen, reflecting the widespread abuse of power by the privileged white community to control and terrorize the Black population
4.6. Mateo Davila "It was in the evening; he returned to the plant after supper and sent for Turl; again two of them, white man and Negro, faced one another in the office. ... Snopes watched Turl. "Tom-Tom thinks you want to fire the day shift." Turl looked down. He looked briefly at Snopes's face; at the still eyes, the slow unceasing jaw, and down again." In the story "Centaur in Brass" We can clearly observe the Snopes deception that my colleagues have mentioned above. In addition we find it easy to believe Snopes's word just because of its position. We identify how he abuses his power to create a new reality in this case in Turl's mind.
5. Emerging justice and fairness
5.1. "Dry September." The emerging justice and fairness values is exemplified by the barber that feels he should support Will Mayes because he was innocent.. Dome T
5.1.1. "Barn Burning" Sarty faces the burden of loyalty to his father, Abner, while grappling with his own sense of justice, showcasing the conflict between familial duty and personal morality. Ana Paula Espinosa.
5.2. Dry September – Miscarriage of Justice: The story critiques the biased justice system of the South, where the word of a white woman, Minnie Cooper, is enough to seal the fate of an innocent black man, Will Mayes. This reflects a perversion of 'justice,' which serves only the privileged while punishing the oppressed. (D.S). Daniela, I accept this as your interpretation of the story, taking for granted that Faulkner felt there had to be a change in the system. But we can only see the emerging value of justice and fairness in the barber's position, willing to defend Will Mayes.
5.3. "Dry September" Miss Minnie Cooper's accusation against Will Mayes highlights the lack of fairness in a patriarchal and racially biased community. Her actions reveal how justice is distorted by societal prejudices, as the community quickly condemns Will without evidence. This scenario exposes the struggle for emerging justice, where fairness is overshadowed by deeply ingrained biases and unequal power dynamics. Ana Paula Espinosa,So, we don't see that value here, what you are saying is that the community lacked sense of fairness. This example should appear under a different value: "racial hierarchies and biased justice.
5.4. Maiky Cruz. Emerging justice and fairness: Fairness and justice are emerging in the narrative "Barn Burning." Sarty, the young protagonist, battles his sense of justice and his father's loyalty before the Justice of the Peace's bench. His developing moral compass is highlighted by this internal conflict. Ultimately, he chooses justice over family loyalty and informs Major de Spain about his father's plan to burn the barn, even though doing so means breaking off contact with his family.
6. Resistance to change and to modernity
6.1. "A Rose for Emily" Emily resists change when she does not allow a sign on her house for the courier/mail service. (Edison P.)
6.1.1. Sthephanie Torres Resistance to change and modernity is a key theme in literature, highlighting the conflict between tradition and progress. Characters or societies may cling to established norms out of fear of the unknown, which can lead to stagnation. In Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily," Miss Emily Grierson embodies this resistance. She lives in a decaying mansion, symbolizing her refusal to adapt to the changing world around her. The townspeople view her as a relic of the past, unable to embrace modernity. An example from the text is when her house is described as an "eyesore among eyesores," reflecting her isolation and unwillingness to change. Ultimately, Faulkner illustrates how this resistance can lead to tragedy and loss.
6.1.1.1. "A Rose for Emily" is evident when Emily refuses to pay taxes, living in her run-down house while isolating herself from the community in her house clinging to her traditions, facing the past and the modernity of the time. Lady Q.
6.2. Andreas Costa. Resistance to change: In the story "A Rose for Emily", When Emily refuses to pay taxes despite the change of authorities that required her to do so because she had no privileges with them, but she does not give in and clings to a past where her family was powerful and wealthy.
7. Nostalgia for the past
7.1. In "A Rose for Emily" the townspeople nostalgically remember the traditions of the passage and this is reflected when Emily reminds them of this past. (Edison P.)
7.2. "A Rose for Emily" Miss Emily clings to the traditions and status of ther family's past, refusing to accept the societal changes around her. Ana Paula Espinosa.
7.3. In Two Soldiers, this value can be seen when the two brothers remember the past, when the family lived in a more united and simple way. Through their mother's memories, they cling to the idea of a past before the war, a time without the uncertainty and suffering of battle. (Marco Calderón)
7.4. In The Tall Man, this value is seen when the family clings to the traditional way of life in the countryside, despite economic difficulties and the pressure of modernization. Just as the father, despite the lack of resources, insists on maintaining his independence and pride in his lineage. (Marco Calderón)
8. Community authority and social pressure.
8.1. Community responsibility
8.2. community judgement
8.2.1. A Rose for Emily (when the community was discussing whether or not it was okay for Emily to be dating Homer - M.M)
8.2.1.1. Lady Q. "A Rose for Emily" when Emily kills Mr. Barrón because she was rejected by him, her relationship with Barrón was criticized. However, Emily, due to the social pressure of being a woman from a prestigious family and cannot lose her honor and receive comments from the town, decides to kill Barrón so that no one finds out about her abandonment.
8.3. Mateo Davila."She carried her head high enough — even when we believed that she was fallen. It was as if she demanded more than ever the recognition of her dignity as the last Grierson; as if it had wanted that touch of earthiness to reaffirm her imperviousness. Like when she bought the rat poison, the arsenic. That was over a year after they had begun to say “Poor Emily,” and while the two female cousins were visiting her" I would like to focus on the power of the people and how it gives control to the characters. In the story Rose for Emlily, we see the people feeling sorry for Emily and even though they knew her past, her conflicts with the law and her bad decisions continued to hurt her. power to do what she wanted. They could have had her but they did not want their lack of action is a sign of social self-pressure. They created and maintained the Emily of past glories giving her their authority.
9. Challenging social norms
9.1. "Barn Burning" When Abner Snopes deliberately ruins Major de Spain's expensive rug, it reflects his resistance to the modern social order and economic systems that demand compliance and respect for the authority. Ana Paula Espinosa.
9.2. Wash (Wash Jones defies racial and class expectations when he decides to avenge his daughter's death, confronting the authority of Colonel Sutpen - M.M.)
9.3. In Barn Burning, Abner Snopes burns the barn as a symbolic act of rebellion to avoid conforming to the power and influence of the landowning aristocracy.(D.S)
9.4. Nicole Gutierrez. Challenging social norms: In Two Soldiers, the younger brother defies the rules by going after his older brother, walking alone to Memphis, even though he was disapproved by adults because of his young age. His determination is a reflection of his rejection of the established rules, as well as when he says “there is no law that does not allow me to see my brother”, going beyond and prioritizing brotherly love over military laws.
10. Rural Resilience and Self-Reliance
10.1. Pablo Ayala. In two soldiers (Pablo, I placed the example under a different value. It matches better (Enrique) The story mentions how the narrator and Pete used to go together to listen to the radio at Old Man Killegrew's house, a memory filled with a sense of routine and simplicity that contrasts with the separation caused by the war. “ME AND PETE would go down to Old Man Killegrew's and listen to his radio. We would wait until after supper, after dark, and we would stand outside Old Man Killegrew's parlor window
11. Generational Sacrifice and duty
11.1. "Shall Not Perish" This value is illustrated when the mother reflects on the loss of her son, who died in the war. Despite her grief, she acknowledges the necessity of his sacrifice for the greater good, stating that their family has always given to the land and country when called upon. This sense of duty extends across generations, showing how each must contribute to ensure the survival and values of their community and nation. Her resilience and acceptance of this loss underline the deep connection between personal sacrifice and generational responsibility. Ana Paula Espinosa.
11.2. Who is the author of this post. I placed this example under the correct value. It was originally misplaced. The value of Generational Sacrifice and Duty is illustrated when the mother reflects on the loss of her son, who died in the war. Despite her grief, she acknowledges the necessity of his sacrifice for the greater good, stating that their family has always given to the land and country when called upon. This sense ofduty extends across generations, showing how each must contribute to ensure the survival and values of their community and nation. Her resilience and acceptance of this loss underline the deep connection between personal sacrifice and generational responsibility.
11.3. Esteban Mariño In a rose for Emily, Miss Emily’s family, particularly her father, represents a generation of duty to social and family tradition. Her refusal to change or accept the passage of time reflects her commitment to the duties passed down by her father, even as it harms her emotionally and socially
12. Resourceful Deceit (cunning):
12.1. Moral Ambiguity as a survival strategy
12.1.1. Nicole Gutierrez. Moral ambiguity as a survival strategy: Sarty's ambiguous morals towards loyalty for his father in Barn Burning, even though his father is a man of violence who burns down barns out of resentment and revenge. Sarty in his young age despite knowing that his father's actions are totally wrong, enters into an internal conflict between his sense of justice and a filial obedience. He becomes a symbol of emotional and family survival that could lead to justify certain acts that are morally questionable, being a clear reflection of ethics when circumstances are extreme.
13. Solidarity Among the Marginalized
13.1. "Dry September" The townspeople, despite their racial prejudices, show a form of solidarity when they rally behind the false accusation against Will Mayes, uniting under the pressure of societal norms, though it is harmful and unjust. Ana Paula Espinosa This is not correct , the townspeople are WHITE! they are not marginalized. This example shoul go under racial stratification, more exatly under White supremacy
14. Loyalty
14.1. Loyalty to the nation
14.1.1. For example in "Two Soldiers", Pete makes the decision to enlist in the army because he feels the need to serve his country. (Edison P.)
14.2. Loyalty to the family
14.2.1. A Point of Law
14.2.1.1. In "A Point of Law", Lucas turns to smuggling to support his family. (Edison P.
14.2.2. Pablo Ayala. Loyalty to the family : In “Barn Burning,” loyalty appears in a way in the relationship between Sarty and his father, Abner Snopes. Loyalty appears in the internal conflict of Sarty, who feels a duty to his father because of blood ties, but also struggles with his desire to act correctly. "You got to learn to stick to your own blood or you ain’t going to have any blood to stick to you."
14.2.3. Maiky Cruz. Family Loyalty: In “A Point of Law," Lucas Beauchamp illustrates family ties by trying to prevent the marriage between his daughter, Nat, and George Wilkins, whom he believes to be an irresponsible troublemaker. When the marriage cannot be averted, Lucas stipulates the terms under which he allows them to get married, including such conditions as those concerning the provision of necessaries- stable home, well, and stove. He does this in agreement with a compromise of law and social complexities to assure the best interest of the girl's future.
14.2.3.1. Sthephanie Torres: Tall man "Come to think of it, you won't need to pack. You will have uniforms in a day or two. Take the truck. There won't be nobody to drive you to Memphis and bring the truck back, so you can leave it at the Gayoso Feed Company until we can send for it. I'd like for you to enlist into the old Sixth Infantry, where I used to be." In this passage, Buddy McCallum expresses loyalty to his family and country by urging his sons to enlist in the military. He emphasizes the importance of service, viewing it as a noble duty that upholds family honor. His reference to the "old Sixth Infantry" highlights his personal connection to military service, suggesting that he believes it will provide his sons with purpose and integrity. By stating, "The Government done right by me in my day," he conveys trust in the military and the values it represents. Overall, Buddy's encouragement illustrates how loyalty to family and country are intertwined, reinforcing the idea that serving one's nation is a vital part of their identity and legacy.
14.2.4. Nicole Gutierrez. Family loyalty : Two Soldiers is a clear example of family loyalty, when the younger brother goes in search of his older brother regardless of the distance he had to travel to Memphis, even in defiance of military conscription laws, is the symbol of innocence, but also an unwavering devotion to his family, proving that family ties can be stronger than social norms.
14.2.5. Esteban Mariño In barn burning, Sarty’s loyalty to his father, Abner Snopes, is tested throughout the story. Despite his father’s immoral actions, Sarty feels bound to protect his family. However, by the end, Sarty makes the difficult choice to break from his father’s actions in order to uphold his own sense of justice
14.3. Loyalty to the land (farm)
14.3.1. "Two Soldiers" When Pete insists that his younger brother remain at home to assist their father, Res Grier, in maintaining the farm. By stating, "Pa can't stay behind," Pete underscores the necessity of ensuring the farm's upkeep, reflecting their commitment to their family responsibilities and livelihood. Ana Paula Espinosa
14.3.2. Pablo Ayala. In “Shall Not Perish,” Pete, dies in World War II. His death symbolizes the young men's dedication to a greater cause, but the family could not afford to waste time grieving. There was work to do. "And we allowed ourselves one day to grieve, and that was all. Because it was April, the hardest middle push of planting time, and there was the land, the seventy acres which were our bread and fire and keep..."
14.4. Honor and Personal Responsibility
14.4.1. Lizeth Quimbo, Honor and Personal Responsibility, for example in "Two Soldiers" Pete joins the army, even though he knows he is putting himself in harm's way.He does this out of honor.
14.4.2. In “Shingles for the Lord” the dominant cultural values present in this story mainly is honor, this is reflected on the constant want of Res Grier to prove that he is a loyal and efficient worker which is the main reason why he constantly insists on finishing working on the church's roof on his own. ID
15. Class and social hierarchy.
15.1. Pride
15.1.1. Aristocratic Pride
15.1.1.1. Land ownership and identity
15.2. Personal Dignity in the Face of Oppression (Who is the author of this post?) This example is incomplete and out of place.
15.3. Class division and superiority the ones with more power had some advantages and avid some things like paying taxes. Like in a "Rose for Emily". DT
15.4. Class privilege
15.4.1. Maiky Cruz.Class & Social Hierarchy: In the tale "A Rose for Emily," the previous mayor, Colonel Sartoris, made up a story to spare Miss Emily from paying taxes following the passing of her father in order to maintain her honor as a member of a once-powerful family. This demonstrates how, in spite of the Griersons' collapse, social conventions preserved their prestige.
15.5. In A Rose for Emily, the town’s authorities turn a blind eye to Emily’s purchase of arsenic despite the suspicious circumstances around it. This leniency reflects the social privilege tied to her family name and status, showcasing how systems of power often protect the elite from scrutiny or accountability, even in morally questionable situations. (D.S).
15.5.1. Sthephanie Torres: Class and social hierarchy are important themes in literature, examining how power and privilege shape individuals' roles in society. In Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily," Miss Emily Grierson's status as a member of a once-prominent family influences her interactions with the townspeople, who view her with a mix of respect and pity. An example from the text is when the men attend her funeral out of "respectful affection for a fallen monument," while the women come out of curiosity. This distinction highlights how social class affects their motivations and perceptions of Emily. Ultimately, Faulkner illustrates how class dynamics shape relationships and impact individual fates within the community.
16. Sacrifice for a greater cause
16.1. Acceptance of grief
16.2. This value can be seen in the story Two Soldiers when the older brother decides to enlist in the army, leaving his family and especially his younger brother, who admires him deeply. Where this sacrifice can be understood as a predisposition to fight for his country, regardless of breaking the family unit. (Marco Calderón)
16.2.1. "Two Soldiers" is evident when the older brother leaves his family to enlist in the army after the attack on Pearl Harbor, despite his sadness at abandoning his family, he sees war as a patriotic duty that he must fulfill. Lady Q.
17. Social Stigma
18. In "A rose for Emily" Black people are only seen as workers and assistants to the white people were they didn't have a voice for opinion or complaint and talking about the family aspect, it is evident that families were expected to create an image of a perfect family with no issue on daughters getting married and fathers deciding on the best option for them in order to follow society's norms on what is expected, were decisions and actions from town members were vulnerable to being easily judged. ID
19. Racial Hierarchies (stratification)
19.1. White supremacy
19.1.1. The words of white people are the ones that matter, without seeking evidence. As in "Dry september " Miss Minnie Accuse Will and the other believed her because she was white against the word of a black man. Dome Tello
19.1.1.1. Something very similar happens in "Centaur in Brass", Tom Tom being black knows that his voice will not be heard so Flem takes advantage of this. (Edison P.)
19.1.1.1.1. Sthephanie Torrres: White supremacy in "Barn Burning" by William Faulkner is evident through the power dynamics and racial oppression depicted in the interactions between characters. A textual example that illustrates this concept is when Abner Snopes, the protagonist's father, dismissively responds to the black man at the door, saying, “Get out of my way, nigger,”). This statement reflects the racial hierarchy and dehumanization faced by black characters, showcasing how white supremacy is maintained through contempt and aggression. This act of disrespect not only highlights Abner's arrogance but also underscores the normalization of racial discrimination in the society they inhabit. Abner's attitude and his blatant disregard for the black man exemplify how white supremacy manifests in social relationships and everyday life.
19.1.2. White people had the right to excercise power on black people.Also the c social system as we can see in a Point of Law it was of maintaining power to the one with power and white. Domenica Tello
19.1.2.1. In the story “Barn Burning” class hierarchies is portrayed along the narrative, specially represented in one of the main characters, Abner Snopes.As readers we can assume that Abner´s rebellious actions like burning barns from wealthy neighbors, reflects this social resentment due to the economic hierarchy of the town. Similarly when they move to a new farm, property of Major de Spain he shows rejection to his upper social class, as this lifestyle is new to the Snopes family, this is also represented in the scene where Abner steps on one of the house's rugs and ruins it. ID
19.1.3. Wash This is seen when Stupen rejects his son with Milly because it is a girl, not a boy. M.M.). Martin, all the writing has to be done in English. Please, fix this.
19.1.4. White Supremacy: The lynch mob's actions in the narrative "Dry September," which unfairly targets Will Mayes, a Black man, based on an unfounded accusation made by Miss Minnie Cooper, illustrate white supremacy. The cultural belief in racial superiority and the instant deference to a white woman's word over a Black man's life are demonstrated in the scene where McLendon incites the mob by yelling, "Are you going to sit there and let a black son rape a white woman on the streets of Jefferson?"Maiky Cruz.
19.2. Black as servants
19.2.1. Black women with aprons
19.2.1.1. In A Rose for Emily, the presence of black women as domestic workers is implied in Faulkner’s portrayal of Southern households, symbolizing societal expectations of servitude and subjugation. For example, Tobe, Emily’s servant, does not speak but maintains the household, embodying the silent labor expected of black workers under strict racial hierarchies. (D.S)
19.2.2. Black servants with no voice
19.2.2.1. Andreas Costa. Black servants with no voice. In the story "A Rose for Emily," They were admitted by the old Negro into a dim hall from which a stairway mounted into still more shadow. It smelled of dust and disuse — a close, dank smell. The Negro led them into the parlor. (Faulkner 2)
19.3. Institutionalized Invisibility or Opacity of Black People
19.3.1. In "Two Soldiers" the younger brother uses the word black as a way to highlight the servants.. (Edison P.)
19.3.2. A Rose for Emily ( Tobe ni si quiera usaba su voz, como menciona el texto: "He spoke to no one, probably not even to her, for his voice had grown harsh and rusty, as if from disuse" - M.M.).
19.4. Biased justice to privilege the White
19.5. Esteban Mariño, In Barn Burning, racial hierarchies are shown when Abner Snopes treats the Black servant at Major de Spain’s house with disrespect. Even though Abner is poor, he uses his race to assert power over someone lower in the social order. This reflects how racial divisions were deeply rooted in Southern society.
20. Gender roles
20.1. Patriarchal authority
20.1.1. Male chauvinism
20.1.1.1. Social Femininity: idealized women
20.1.1.1.1. Lizeth Quimbo. idealized women. In Dry September, William Faulkner criticizes gender idealization, for example when he describes Minnie as an older woman who is becoming a "spinster" and is marginalized for not conforming to traditional roles.
20.1.1.1.2. Nicole Gutierrez. Social feminity/Idealized women: In Rose for Emily it is striking to see Emily as a totally idealized and tragic figure, bearing the burden of embodying all the feminine expectations of the South. Society appreciated this as a symbol of dignity, respect and nobility, yet no one realized all the suffering and isolation this entailed. The subsequent denouement with Baroon is a clear example of the way in which it is revealed how this idealization actually dehumanizes Emily, trapping her in a role that prevents her from being free and embodying the consequences a woman goes through by holding on to erroneous social ideals.
20.1.1.2. Submissive role of women
20.1.1.2.1. Lizeth Quimbo. The submissive role of women, for example in the story "Dry September" in McLendon's treatment of his wife where she was subjected to his mistreatment.
20.1.1.3. Commodification of women (women as merchandise)
20.1.2. Authority figure
20.1.2.1. Showing power and authority through violence. In dryseptember MClendon when she hits her wife. Domenica Tello
20.1.2.1.1. "Dry September" happens when McLendon assumes the role of leader in the mob that seeks to punish Will Mayes, a wrongly accused black man. If an authority figure imposes violence and reinforces structural racism, warning of his power unfairly. Lady Q.
20.1.2.2. Also he is seen as the only provider of the house, the one who works to bring money. For example Res Grier in Shinglesfor the Lord. domeT
20.1.3. Confederate Legacy and Lost Cause Ideology
21. Family Reputation and Honor
21.1. Family loyalty over ethics
21.1.1. Barn burning (When at the beginning of the story Sarty supports his father despite knowing that what he does is wrong - M.M.)
21.1.1.1. In Barn Burning, Sarty initially supports Abner, defending him in court despite knowing his father’s immoral behavior. His inner conflict illustrates the struggle between family loyalty and the ethical imperative to do what is right. (D.S)
21.1.1.1.1. It was interesting as a reader observing how Sarty, Abner's son, in most scenes of the story had his own thoughts on his fathers actions but was afraid to speak till the end of the story. ID
21.2. Marriage as tradition
21.2.1. "A Rose for Emily" Miss Emily’s marriage to Homer Barron is rooted in societal expectations, as she clings to the idea of marriage as a way to maintain her family’s social standing, despite her personal desires and changing times. Ana Paula Espinosa.
21.2.1.1. Sthephanie Torres: In William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily," the character of Emily Grierson embodies the struggle between personal desires and family honor. Emily is burdened by the expectations of her family's legacy, which dictates her behavior and choices. The townspeople view her as a "fallen monument," reflecting their perception of her family's once-prestigious status. This societal pressure ultimately contributes to her isolation and tragic fate. A textual example illustrating this theme is when the narrator describes how the townspeople gossip about Emily's relationship with Homer Barron, a Northern laborer. They believe that "a Grierson would not think seriously of a Northerner," highlighting the societal expectations tied to her family's reputation. This pressure leads Emily to cling to Homer, ultimately resulting in her tragic decision to preserve his presence in her life, even after his death.
21.3. Honor for the nation even it means to die.For example in two soldiers Domenica Tello
21.4. Loyalty to the family even if it goes against to the moral values. Dilema between loyalty an morality. As we can see in "Barn burning"when the boy supported the father at first.Domenica Tello
21.4.1. This story shows that morality is as strong as loyalty. (Edison P.)
21.5. Emotional restraint and Stoicism
21.5.1. This value can be seen when Emily exhibits stoicism in the face of social isolation and the hardships of her life. Although scarred by the loss of her father and her inability to adapt to change, she maintains a facade of pride and composure, even as her private life falls apart. (Marco Calderón)