The Bridge Between Parents and Children What makes a good parent? There are an infinite number of ways to approach this question. Different parents would argue for different ways of parenting. The definition of a “good” parent differs for different parents. Throughout the novels Persepolis and MAUS, two parent-child relationships are witnessed that help in evaluating and comparing the different parenting styles two different parents with different environments and circumstances adopt. The two parent child relationships that will occupy the focus of this essay are that of Marjie and her mother and the other is Artie and Vladek. The comparison and contrast between the permissive type of parenting style in the case of Marjie and her mother and
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According to the Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing, Marjie’s mother can be classified as a permissive, or indulgent parent – “Indulgent parenting, also called permissive parenting is a style of parenting in which parents are very involved with their children but place few demands or controls on them” (Sruthy and Naachimuthu, 676). This is not the best type of parenting because parents place fewer controls on children which gives them more freedom that the children can misuse to their advantage. For example, Marjie attempts to try a cigarette at the mere age of ten years – “With this first cigarette, I kissed childhood goodbye.” (Satrapi, 117). This is strongly supported by the article above where it talks about permissive parenting as a type of parenting in which children tend to be more inclined towards engaging in misleading practices like drug use – “Children of permissive parents may tend to be more impulsive and as adolescents may engage more in misconduct such as drug use” (Sruthy and Naachimuthu, 676). There are definitely more cons than pros for permissive parenting because although being open and allowing adolescents their freedom is crucial, it is also important to note that too much of it is …show more content…
On its surface, MAUS is the story of Vladek Spiegelman’s experiences in the Holocaust. However, the relationship between Artie and Vladek is the central narrative in the novel. Right from the start of the novel, it is witnessed that the two do not get along really well and they also do not see each other really often, even though they live close by – “I hadn’t seen him in a long time- we weren’t that close.” (Spiegelman, 11). The two share an unfriendly relationship and Artie only starts visiting his father more often to inquire more about his experience in the Holocaust because that is the subject of his next novel. This is really selfish on Artie’s part and shows that he does not appreciate his father as much as he should – “I visited my father more often in order to get more information about his past.” (Spiegelman, 43). Another incident where the selfish nature of Artie is seen in his relationship with his dad is when Vladek is in need of fixing his home’s drain pipe and Artie denies to offer help – “No way – I’d rather feel guilty! Besides, I’m too busy, and he can easily afford to hire somebody” (Spiegelman, 97). Artie is very insensitive towards his dad and disregards his dad when he is in need of help which is extremely cruel and unsympathetic. This shows that they do
According to the Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing, Marjie’s mother can be classified as a permissive, or indulgent parent – “Indulgent parenting, also called permissive parenting is a style of parenting in which parents are very involved with their children but place few demands or controls on them” (Sruthy and Naachimuthu, 676). This is not the best type of parenting because parents place fewer controls on children which gives them more freedom that the children can misuse to their advantage. For example, Marjie attempts to try a cigarette at the mere age of ten years – “With this first cigarette, I kissed childhood goodbye.” (Satrapi, 117). This is strongly supported by the article above where it talks about permissive parenting as a type of parenting in which children tend to be more inclined towards engaging in misleading practices like drug use – “Children of permissive parents may tend to be more impulsive and as adolescents may engage more in misconduct such as drug use” (Sruthy and Naachimuthu, 676). There are definitely more cons than pros for permissive parenting because although being open and allowing adolescents their freedom is crucial, it is also important to note that too much of it is …show more content…
On its surface, MAUS is the story of Vladek Spiegelman’s experiences in the Holocaust. However, the relationship between Artie and Vladek is the central narrative in the novel. Right from the start of the novel, it is witnessed that the two do not get along really well and they also do not see each other really often, even though they live close by – “I hadn’t seen him in a long time- we weren’t that close.” (Spiegelman, 11). The two share an unfriendly relationship and Artie only starts visiting his father more often to inquire more about his experience in the Holocaust because that is the subject of his next novel. This is really selfish on Artie’s part and shows that he does not appreciate his father as much as he should – “I visited my father more often in order to get more information about his past.” (Spiegelman, 43). Another incident where the selfish nature of Artie is seen in his relationship with his dad is when Vladek is in need of fixing his home’s drain pipe and Artie denies to offer help – “No way – I’d rather feel guilty! Besides, I’m too busy, and he can easily afford to hire somebody” (Spiegelman, 97). Artie is very insensitive towards his dad and disregards his dad when he is in need of help which is extremely cruel and unsympathetic. This shows that they do