The short story, “Snow White”, explores Mary’s close friendship with Karen in opposition to her uneasy relationship with her mother. These two characters evidently are portrayed to have distinct opinions on Mary’s Albinism. The differences in their views results in also different ways in which they interact with Mary. As a result, Karen impacts Mary in a positive manner while Mary’s mother reinforces her insecurities. Therefore, Grace Hu exemplifies how each character impacts Mary’s thoughts and behaviours and to undoubtedly present that Mary has a better relationship with Karen.
In the story, it is revealed that Mary’s mother blames herself for Mary’s Albinism. When Mary was six she heard her mother say, “‘My poor, poor baby, its all my fault’”. …show more content…
She is witty, funny and carefree. For example, they have an amusing contest to see whose name Karen’s sister would say first. In addition, although Mary was unsure of the party, nonetheless, she still chose to attend because of Karen. Thus, proving the greatness of Mary’s trust with Karen. As it has been established, Mary is unconcerned about her appearance and Karen inspires this within her. However, her confidence is often brought down by her mother’s overprotectiveness which acts as a constant reminder to Mary that she is different. As a result, her mother provokes feelings of insecurities which results in countless moments of vulnerability for Mary. For example, when Karen met her boyfriend, she urged Mary to join them for lunch. “She would come looking for me at lunch and I’d hide behind some lockers and duck into the library when she wasn’t looking”. Mary hid because she didn’t want to ruin Karen’s chances of meeting new friends.
It is without a doubt that Mary’s mother and Karen play extremely important roles in Mary’s life. However, her relationship with her mother lacks sincerity as her mother’s actions are driven by the necessity to sympathize with Mary because of her Albinism. Thus, she lacks the ability to perceive Mary as more than her condition resulting in her limited relationship with her daughter. While, Karen’s insightful perception that Mary should not be defined by her condition allows for a deeper and more connected bond
In the story, it is revealed that Mary’s mother blames herself for Mary’s Albinism. When Mary was six she heard her mother say, “‘My poor, poor baby, its all my fault’”. …show more content…
She is witty, funny and carefree. For example, they have an amusing contest to see whose name Karen’s sister would say first. In addition, although Mary was unsure of the party, nonetheless, she still chose to attend because of Karen. Thus, proving the greatness of Mary’s trust with Karen. As it has been established, Mary is unconcerned about her appearance and Karen inspires this within her. However, her confidence is often brought down by her mother’s overprotectiveness which acts as a constant reminder to Mary that she is different. As a result, her mother provokes feelings of insecurities which results in countless moments of vulnerability for Mary. For example, when Karen met her boyfriend, she urged Mary to join them for lunch. “She would come looking for me at lunch and I’d hide behind some lockers and duck into the library when she wasn’t looking”. Mary hid because she didn’t want to ruin Karen’s chances of meeting new friends.
It is without a doubt that Mary’s mother and Karen play extremely important roles in Mary’s life. However, her relationship with her mother lacks sincerity as her mother’s actions are driven by the necessity to sympathize with Mary because of her Albinism. Thus, she lacks the ability to perceive Mary as more than her condition resulting in her limited relationship with her daughter. While, Karen’s insightful perception that Mary should not be defined by her condition allows for a deeper and more connected bond