PART 1

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Emily’s father kept her from seeing suitors and controlled her social life, essentially keeping her in isolation until his death, when she is 30 years old. Her struggle with loss and attachment is the impetus for the plot, driving her to kill Homer Barron. By the end of the story, Emily’s story is seen as a tragedy rather than an atrocity because of what her character has gone through. Before you read the text, think about the following questions:

1) Do you agree that Emily’s personality is warped?

2) Did Homer Barron intend to marry Emily?

3) Can you find elements of Gothic literature in this story?