Compromise In The Painted Door

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Can there be no love without compromise? Must one always conform to the needs of their partner to keep the flame of love and passion ablaze? In the short story, “The Painted Door” by Sinclair Ross the idea of compromise is demonstrated through the character of Ann – the wife of a farmer – who believes that it is the sacrifice of her happiness that is responsible for the wellbeing of their marriage. However, such thoughts can lead to the buildup of emotions within an individual. Emotions that later lead to the development of rebellious thoughts through Ann’s mind. Demonstrating that if one is forced to compromise their happiness they may choose to pursue this happiness elsewhere. Evidence of which was displayed throughout the story from Ann’s

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