Every single story, poem, and piece of literature has a central theme supporting the story it is telling. Great literature typically focuses on themes that allow us an inward look into human nature. Some common themes often portrayed might include: the loss of innocence, insecurity, isolation, as well as relationships issues such as: emotional abuse, infidelity, and communication struggles.When reading Gilman’s “The Yellow Paper” and Shaw’s “The Girls in Their Summer Dresses”, it becomes apparent that the theme that unites both is that of sick relationships and the effects it has on them.
Frances, the main character of “The Girls in Their Summer Dresses”, suffers from an insecurity that was caused by her husband Michael's inability to keep
Frances, the main character of “The Girls in Their Summer Dresses”, suffers from an insecurity that was caused by her husband Michael's inability to keep