"A Rose for Emily" and a Southern Belle

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This paper describes and analyzes the character of Emily Grierson from William Faulkner's novel, "A Rose for Emily." The paper explains that Emily's characters depicts the stereotype of the southern belle and the strict code of conduct expected by a woman of such status and position. The paper also explains that it is this very status as a southern belle that imprisons Emily and distances her from everyone, and which eventually leads to her insanity.

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"A lady of such noble birth and standing was expected to be above the rest of the townspeople. She was even exempted from taxes, at one point, as a recognition of her family' importance and influence. This continued even after the legend of her family had been tarnished by her behavior, showing just how much everyone, including herself, believed in the power her legend and role commanded. This position, however, required sacrifices, and when it came time to marry, she went beyond picky, refusing all comers without exception."

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