technologies. This is yet another thing that Henchard wanted but ultimately failed to do. In my opinion Donald Farfrae is what Henchard could have been if he had not made his past mistakes. Donald Farfrae is everything that Henchard wishes and attempts to be, and because of this he ends up loathing Farfrae. Due to Henchard’s dislike and jealousy towards Farfrae he ends up taking many risks and in turn ends up gambling away a lot of credit and most of his fortunes. Michael Henchard acts on emotion and it pulls him closer and closer to his demise. Another important relationship that deeply impacted Henchard’s emotional stability was that of him and Elizabeth-Jane. At the start of the novel Henchard sells his daughter and wife, so already he has a rocky relationship with his child. He missed her grow up and he knows it. When she comes back into his life he becomes nervous and possessive, not wanting to lose her again. Henchard prompts Elizabeth-Jane to take his name. Shortly after he finds out that she is not his child but the child of Newson, the man who Henchard sold her to. However, Elizabeth-Jane is unaware of who her real father is as Michael told her that he is her biological father. Emotions take over yet again, and Henchard …show more content…
Feeling and acknowledging your emotions ultimately makes us as people stronger. However, letting your emotions engulf you the way that Michael Henchard does it dangerous. Henchard is powerful but he has zero control over his emotions. He allows his emotions to overtake him and dictate the things that he does. When Henchard drinks the result is a horrifying result of heightened emotions. Henchard is emotionally unstable and his actions mirror that. One of Michael Henchard’s redeeming qualities is that he is a man that is willing to recognize his faults and his wrongdoings. He also attempts to right his wrong, although ultimately failing due to his
...ost some of the trust of Jane. Once Jane's secret hiding place was found out by John Reed she lost any chance of trust with John at Gateshead and became physically, mentally, and emotionally hurt by her secret. As Jane found out, Mrs. Reed hid the letter from Jane, any hope of trust between the two of them was demolished and Jane was saddened and hurt by the secret as well. Lastly, when Jane had found out about Mr. Rochester's wife on the third floor, the loving and trusting relationship between Rochester and Jane was weakened to the point where Jane had no choice but to leave, and it had brought about a situation bearing deep pain for both of them. All of these thus showing the impact on trust and feelings secrets have have on relationships in this book and in our world.
The complicated nature surrounding Heathcliff’s motives again adds an additional degree of ambiguity to his character. This motivation is primarily driven by Catherine’s marriage to Edgar and past rejection of Heathcliff, since he was a servant whom Hindley disapproved of. Prior to storming out of Wuthering Heights, Heathcliff overhears Catherine say, “It would degrade me to marry Heathcliff now…” (Brontë 87). The obstacles that ultimately prevent Heathcliff from marrying Catherine provide insight into Heathcliff’s desire to bring harm to Edgar and Hindley. The two men play prominent roles in the debacle, Edgar as the new husband and Hindley as the head figure who refused Heathcliff access to Catherine. Following this incident, Catherine says, “Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same…” (Brontë 87). Catherine’s sentiment indicates she truly would rather be with Heathcliff, but the actions of others have influenced her monumental decision to marry Edgar. Furthermore, Heathcliff is motivated to not only ruin Edgar’s livelihood, but also gain ownership of his estate, Thrushcross Grange. This becomes clear when Heathcliff attempts to use Isabella
The novel, Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte, has a plot that is filled with an extraordinary amount of problems. Or so it seems as you are reading it. However, it comes to your attention after you have finished it, that there is a common thread running throughout the book. There are many little difficulties that the main character, the indomitable Jane Eyre, must deal with, but once you reach the end of the book you begin to realize that all of Jane's problems are based around one thing. Jane searches throughout the book for love and acceptance, and is forced to endure many hardships before finding them. First, she must cope with the betrayal of the people who are supposed to be her family - her aunt, Mrs. Reed, and her children, Eliza, Georgiana, and John. Then there is the issue of Jane's time at Lowood School, and how Jane goes out on her own after her best friend leaves. She takes a position at Thornfield Hall as a tutor, and makes some new friendships and even a romance. Yet her newfound happiness is taken away from her and she once again must start over. Then finally, after enduring so much, during the course of the book, Jane finally finds a true family and love, in rather unexpected places.
Sometimes, an alcoholic can be abusive. In Arnold Josephs case, it is nonetheless. When Arnold realizes that he accidentally starts a fire that kills Thomas’s parents, alcoholism seems as the only thing in which he can turn to and try to resolve his problems. After a few years, Arnold’s alcoholism takes a toll on the household. Victor’s attitude toward alcohol is greatly affected as he sees what it did to his father. Arnold eventually left the reservation due to him not being able to manage his emotions. Even though it may seem that Arnold was being selfish, in reality, it was quite the opposite. Arnold saves the two by not submitting them to a life of fear by leaving town. In the end, alcohol rescues Victor from living in fear.
Lydia, Mr WIckham and Lady Catherine de Bourg have no self awareness and are unhappy in the novel. The marriage of Lydia and Mr Wickham is one of the unhappy marriages. Mr Wickham and Lydia are both very similar and are both unaware of their faults; they are both careless with money and see no problem with asking their relatives for money. Lydia as the youngest daughter is well accustomed to having other people look after her and she is dependent on other people. Lydia’s lack of self awareness doesn’t affect her greatly; she is happy and claims that she loves Wickham. She is very fond of him but he is not fond of her and quickly loses interest, “Wickham’s affection for Lydia, was just what Elizabeth had expected to find it; not equal to Lydia’s for him.” Lady Catherine de Bourg has no self knowledge. She is full of herself and sees herself very highly; it is obvious she is lacks self knowledge. She makes discourteous comments about other people without thought to their opinions and she also enunciates comments about how she views herself. Lady Catherine de Bourg is unhappy because she is disappointed ...
Jane does not experience a typical family life throughout the novel. Her various living arrangements led her through different households, yet none were a representation of the norm of family life in the nineteenth century. Through research of families in the nineteenth century, it is clear that Jane’s life does not follow with the stereotypical family made up of a patriarchal father and nurturing mother, both whose primary focus was in raising their children. Jane’s life was void of this true family experience so common during the nineteenth century. Yet, Jane is surrounded by men, who in giving an accurate portrayal of fathers and masculinity in the nineteenth century, fulfill on one hand the father role that had never been present in her life, and on the other hand the husband portrait that Jane seeks out throughout the novel.
While at Lowood, a state - run orphanage and educational facility, Jane’s first friend, Helen Burns, teaches her the importance of friendship along with other skills that will help Jane grow and emotionally mature in the future. She serves as a role model for Jane. Helen’s intelligence, commitment to her studies, and social graces all lead Jane to discover desirable attributes in Helen. Helen is treated quite poorly, however, “her ability to remain graceful and calm even in the face of (what Jane believes to be) unwarranted punishment makes the greatest impression on the younger girl” (Dunnington). Brontë uses this character as a way to exemplify the type of love that Jane deserves. This relationship allows Jane to understand the importance of having a true friend. Given Jane’s history at Gateshead, finding someone like Helen is monumental in her development as a person. Helen gives through honest friendship, a love that is
Hindley abuses alcohol to make him calm from thinking about abnormal thoughts. “Consequently, he rose, in suicidal low spirits, as fit for the church, as for a dance; and instead, he sat down by the fire, and swallowed gin or brandy by tumberfuls.” (Bronte 128). Hindley was so depressed that his sister had died he tired to hide to stay sober and act right for his sister, but failed to and quickly went back to gulping down drinks left and right. Hindley has driven himself to the edge when his sister had passed away.
Before the major upheaval occurs Jane Austin gives us a glimpse of what social life, the class distinction, was like through the perspective of Ann Elliot. Ann is the second out of three daughters to Sir Walter Elliot, the proud head of the family (Austen, 2). The Elliots are an old landowning family that seems well known in the upper echelons of British society. The most important piece of background we are presented with as central to the plot of the story is that eight years prior to the setting Ann was engaged to a man she loved, Frederick Wentworth. They were soon engaged, but her family along with mother-like figure, Lady Russell, soon persuaded Ann that the match was unsuitable because Frederick Wentworth was essentially unworthy without any money or prestige (Austen, 30). This piece of background echoes exclusivity among the upper classes of Britain. In that time it would seem unacceptable for a girl like Ann with a family like hers to marry or even associate with someone not of ...
I can relate to the situation of the novel Tears Of A Tiger to my own life. For example, I can relate to B.J because I do hang out with people that drink here and there and I know it's not a right choice but I hang out with them because they know how to have fun and make me laugh a lot. I also feel relatable to b.j because I don't drink, but I also feel like I have to take care of them in a way and not to let them make dumb decisions. According to the text,”Andy and Rob and Tyrone all knew that I didn’t they never bothered me much about it. I think they even respected me a little because of it”.
When Jane and Elizabeth return home, Mr. Collins, a young clergyman who stands to inherit Mr. Bennet?s property, is there visiting their household. During his stay with the Bennet?s, he makes a marriage proposal to Elizabeth. She turns his offer down and injures his pride. Meanwhile, the Bennet girls have made friends with the military officers stationed nearby. One of those military officers is Wickham, a handsome young soldier who likes Elizabeth and tells her how Darcy cheated him out of an inheritance.
Michael Henchard’s constant exercise of jealousy, pride, immature actions and overwhelming emotions bring him to his tragic end. Although Henchard might have you think he is a victim, the reader can see that his personality leads to the conclusion of his downfall and that Henchard’s inability to learn from his first mistakes takes him down a path no one wants to face. He might have been able to survive his mistakes had he not been so self-destructive. But because of the combination of his personality traits and the complexity of his character’s mind, he is eventually led to the nothingness that engulfs him.
Along with remarriage and the responsibility of a daughter, Henchard also adopts a work associate. Donald Farfrae, a young Scottish man, is appointed manager of Henchard’s dwindling corn business. In this point of the novel, the character development of Michael Henchard is proved through every outwardly observable aspect. Henchard holds postion of mayor, rekindles his marriage, and gains a friend. Alas this prosperity for Michael Henchard is not permanent. Although the managing skills of Donald Farfrae allow for a revival of Henchard’s corn business, Farfrae’s interest in becoming mayor drive the two apart. Henchard displays immense insecurity as he reverts to old habits and dismisses his colleague, Farfrae, despite the tremendous help he has provided Henchard with both his business as well as his well-being. This tendency is not odd though, Henchard also disowns his daughter, Elizabeth-Jane, for a similar reason. When Henchard is given the upsetting news of his daughter’s biological origins, he can no longer tolerate her presence in his household. Feeling as if he holds no importance in Elizabeth-Jane’s life, he lets insecurity and self-pity take control. Although Elizabeth-Jane was all Henchard had left after his wife’s death, the thought of caring for another man’s daughter was too much for Henchard to bear. Elizabeth-Jane eventually slipped out of Henchard’s life just as she had before that night at the furmity
If Michael Henchard had followed the standards of society, he may have led a happy life. Instead, he gave away his happiness, his family, and his wealth. He had many chances, too. He could have gone back for his family after the auction. Instead he hoped the problems would go away. He began treating people poorly, and lost respect from the people of the town. Then he lied and could not stop the lies. His personality consisted of many different sides--both good and evil. He didn't have the ability to take control of his life. When he saw his happiness go away, he did not grab hold of it. He reverted to revenge, envy, and lies. In turn, he lost all he had.
When he realizes the loathsome mistake he made by selling his wife and daughter, he takes an oath to God. He exclaims “I, Michael Henchard, do take an oath before God that I will avoid all strong liquor for the space of twenty-one. And this I swear upon the the book before me; may I be stricken blind and helpless if I break this oath!” His misfortunes are undeniably caused by his actions and internalized conflict.