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A symbol is a person, object, or event that suggests more than its literal meaning. In William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily," the symbolism shows more about the character than is detailed by the author. Authors generally use symbolism as a way to represent the intangible qualities of the characters, places, and events in their work. Symbolism helps to indicate several things in a story. In "A Rose for Emily" Faulkner uses symbolism to define and characterize Emily Grierson. There are many symbols in this story each one has a special meaning to be determined by the reader. Therefore each time the story is read it can take on a new form, which will make this story lasts for generations to come. The title "A Rose for Emily" holds a lot of symbolism in itself. When asked about the title Faulkner replied "...this was a salute, just as if you were to make a gesture...to a woman you would hand a rose"(Faulkner Interview, 1955). The title "A Rose for Emily" symbolizes a gift to Emily Grierson. According to Cleaneth Brooks and Robert Penn Warren, Emily is "treasured" by her community (158). Perhaps this rose is a gift of love from the town who viewed Emily as a "fallen monument"(71), and of
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Approximate Word count = 1868
Approximate Pages = 7 (250 words per page double spaced)
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