Thursday, July 2, 2015

Does the first paragraph of "Eveline" predict the end?

In a way, it certainly foreshadows the situation Eveline finds herself in as the story closes.  In the first paragraph she is alone and staring out a window - perhaps looking out upon the world that moving along while she is by herself and motionless. 

In the end, Eveline is again alone and motionless and the crowds of people sweep past her on to the boat.  She watches them go, but does not go with them.  Comparing the two scenes, readers can assume that the character of Eveline is doomed to inaction throughout her life.

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