Think about the description of the Ewell place. Why are there geraniums in that yard The geraniums “bewildered Maycomb”; In one corner of the Ewells yard “were six chipped enamel slop jars holding brilliant red geraniums, cared for as tenderly as if the belonged to Miss Maudie Atkinson”. This description discreetly illustrates the true colors of Mayella Ewell’s character. Haper lee includes this description to signify that Mayella isn’t quite as atrocious and corrupt as her father. Mayella didn’t ask to be born into poverty, into an abusive relationship, or into a socially rejected and isolated family. All she wanted was a sense of belonging, to feel important, valuable, loved. These beautiful geraniums took her mind off things they allowed her to substitute her despair with affection. The obligation of caring for her plants rendered the feeling of importance. That she can positively enhance her circumstances. Moreover these shrubs are the only thing that she truly has control over. Mayella Ewell with the exception of Tom Robinson usually cares, she typically wants the best. Tom Robinson reinforces this statement when he states “she was the only one who tried” and subsequently “I felt sorry for her”. Ultimately even the slum of Maycomb can influence a good man`s actions illustrating that some good can be found in anyone.
Think about the description of the Ewell place. Why are there geraniums in that yard
ReplyDeleteThe geraniums “bewildered Maycomb”; In one corner of the Ewells yard “were six chipped enamel slop jars holding brilliant red geraniums, cared for as tenderly as if the belonged to Miss Maudie Atkinson”. This description discreetly illustrates the true colors of Mayella Ewell’s character. Haper lee includes this description to signify that Mayella isn’t quite as atrocious and corrupt as her father. Mayella didn’t ask to be born into poverty, into an abusive relationship, or into a socially rejected and isolated family. All she wanted was a sense of belonging, to feel important, valuable, loved. These beautiful geraniums took her mind off things they allowed her to substitute her despair with affection. The obligation of caring for her plants rendered the feeling of importance. That she can positively enhance her circumstances. Moreover these shrubs are the only thing that she truly has control over. Mayella Ewell with the exception of Tom Robinson usually cares, she typically wants the best. Tom Robinson reinforces this statement when he states “she was the only one who tried” and subsequently “I felt sorry for her”. Ultimately even the slum of Maycomb can influence a good man`s actions illustrating that some good can be found in anyone.