Willa Cather

O Pioneers! By Willa Cather, we can see some of these themes of oppression. It showed how people were treated by the so-called native Americans (Colonial) and how the book relates to them. Through the character Ivar who just had strange traditions and was feared for them. Through how Oscar’s wife was ashamed of her husband’s descent because of how the new immigrants were seen as lesser. Then lastly, how the U.S. thought of the new immigrants compared to the old. Many interpret Willa Cather’s…

In the novel “My Antonia” by Willa Cather, it is debatable whether characters Jim or Antonia learned more throughout their relationship. Personally, I believe that Jim learned more throughout their relationship. Considering that Jim is the narrator of the story, we get to see his inner thoughts, and never have confirmation of Antonia’s feelings, we just know what Jim thinks she has learned. Most first-person narrators can be considered unreliable, because we will never be certain on the feelings…

Like it or not, humans tend to receive influences from their surroundings. Whether external or internal, influences help people grow and develop as human beings. Willa Cather’s short story, “Paul’s Case,” revolves around Paul, a boy who seems out of place from everyone else. He often conflicts with teachers and his father due to his troublesome attitude and personality. After getting suspended from school, Paul finds comfort while working as an usher at Carnegie Hall. Once he returns to school,…

“Paul’s Case,” a short story by Willa Sibert Cather, tells the story of a teenage boy named Paul. He was a boy unlike any other who would not give up on his dreams. Paul comes from a simple background, he lived with his father, attended high school, and worked a job. Although his life appears to be sufficient, Paul was not pleased. Paul wanted to live a lavish lifestyle. He found a job at Carnegie Hall as an usher, where he was exposed to this fancy lifestyle. Paul sees the audience wearing fine…

The story “Paul’s Case”written by Willa Cather follows plot structure throughout the story. Incorporating plot structure into her story allows the audience to understand the main character and their development. Following the structure gives the reader a well developed story that has conflict, climax, and a resolution. The beginning of the story is focused on Paul and the trouble he is in at school. Paul is in trouble because he does not like school and this leads to him acting out and…

It’s easy to become caught up in the trivial stylistics of today’s society and forget to enjoy the time that you have. Citizens in our society have become so obsessed with the ‘finish line’ that they forget to take their time and truly live. Willa Cather once said, “The end is nothing; the road is all.” This expresses her belief in the overall philosophy that you should appreciate the time you have and the way you spend it, rather than the way it ends up. For me, I don’t think there is anything…

My Antonia By Willa Cather Pg 16 We learn of Jim’s grandfather’s influence. “But, as he uttered it, it became oracular, the most sacred of words.” The wording chosen in this passage illustrates the author’s prevalence to focus on personifying odd things such as words to convey certain important concepts, such as Jim’s grandfather’s broad influence. His influence suggested his wise demeanor, considering a major theme of Jim’s rebellious manner, especially towards his grandparents Pg 26 Mr.…

Willa Cather’s “Paul’s Case” is an examination into the nature of upward social mobility. In regard to this subject matter, her assertion consists of the concept that the advancement from one’s social class is not possible. Any aspirations to achieve it are, thus, considered to be futile. Such a claim can be seen throughout the short story in the protagonist’s relationship with his own social class status. The main character, Paul, is strongly attracted to the aesthetic elements of the wealthy…

When Catherine opened her beautiful eyes, she was not aware of that she has lost in the chech forest. She robbed her hurt head. Along with the pain spread to her whole body, some debris of memory was being to floated in the mind.. by flounder through to stand up, the leaf heaped on her body was felled to the soil. Just like the wear vita in the ecotope. Catherine was wander away from her friends. And just fainted in there. This is a moonless night. The star hided over the cloud, and can heard…

People are always rushing through life looking for a better tomorrow; they completely overlook the road that lies behind them and keep marching forward. Willa Cather once said, “The end is nothing; the road is all.” The writer conveys her opinion on the importance of the journey not the end result. One will find more meaning during the ride than at their final destination. The road is filled with life lessons, memories, and choices. The path reveals many difficult challenges that a person must…