How does Willa Cather varying approach to the topic of death shape her stories and highlight the struggle of the individual in American life
Extra Credit for class discussion: How does Willa Cather’s varying approach to the topic of death shape her stories and highlight the struggle of the individual in American life? As you read Cather’s stories think of them as a continuation of may of the themes we have spoken about this semester. Look at the techniques she uses as compared to other writers. Are they similar and/or different? Do you hear any echoes of techniques and ideas we have previously discussed? Willa Cather had a strong sympathy for the immigrant settlers of the American Midwest and West like the main character in “Neighbor Rosicky,” but she also identified with the isolated, artistic misfits, such as the dead artist in “The sculptor’s Funeral.” who struggle for a life beyond the narrow environment of Western prairie farms and towns.
Answer preview for How does Willa Cather varying approach to the topic of death shape her stories and highlight the struggle of the individual in American life
Access the full answer containing 335 words by clicking the below purchase button