Quotes With Page Numbers

The Bell Jar chronicles the mental and emotional journey of the character Esther Greenwood. As a young woman with promising prospects, Esther gradually spirals into depression. She experiences a mental breakdown, symbolized by the oppressive ‘bell jar.’ The tale is laced with the gritty realities of gender expectations, societal pressures, and the stigmatization of mental […]

Whit, a minor character in John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men, is a ranch hand and laborer. He gives a perspective of young men working in the Great Depression. Despite his limited role, he contributes to the story primarily through his interactions with other characters. For example, he shares a story about a former ranch

Clover, a motherly horse in ‘Animal Farm,’ symbolizes the women who cared for the vulnerable during the Revolution. George Orwell describes her as once powerful but weakened over time due to aging and the sale of her foals. She remained loyal despite losing faith, especially after her companion, Boxer, was taken away. She represents the

Curley’s Wife represents the loneliness of women during the Great Depression.  In John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men,” Curley’s wife is presented in varying lights. Initially characterized as a flirtatious and dangerous woman, she’s seen mainly through the lens of the male characters’ unkind viewpoints. However, as the story progresses, Steinbeck reveals her as a

In Of Mice and Men, Carlson represents the theme of survival and practicality during the Great Depression. Carlson is described as somewhat cold, indifferent, and unempathetic. He often adds a darker tone to the narrative, using it as a lens through which the harsh life of an itinerant worker during the Great Depression is presented. 

Calpurnia portrays humility, a disciplinarian motherly figure to Jem and Scout. In To Kill A Mockingbird, Calpurnia is a formidable figure through Scout’s narration. Her role in the story extends beyond being a servant to Atticus.  She played a significant role in their education about respectful conduct and understanding racial differences during the era. Calpurnia