Comparing Charlotte Bronte And Gubar's Sula

There are tons of quotes to choose from the book. However, I chose the quotes that explain the term of what is “good” or “bad” in the story. To me, these quotes show how Sula remains true to herself rather than abiding by the social’s expectations. “But ... .I was good to you, Sula, why doesn’t that matter?” (Gilbert & Gubar, 1985, p. 2058). Sula replied, “It matter, Nel, but only to you . . . Good to somebody is just like being mean to somebody. Don't get nothing for it.” (Gilbert & Gubar, 1985, p. 2058). From Nellie perspective, Sula was the one who betrayed her and taken Jude away from her. When Nellie said "I was good to you" this makes Nallie look like a good person. Meanwhile, Sula, on the other hand, a mean and evil friend. I felt sorry

for Nellie. However, I agree with Sula. For instance, Sula was not the only one at fault. It's also Jude fault for having an affair with Sula and leaving the family. To me, a hand cannot clap by itself; it needs another hand to make sounds. Although Sula had an affair with Jude, I can sense that she lived her life without any remorse or regret. She did not deny her action and lived her life the way she wanted. While; Nellie tries to reestablish herself as a good person, Sula, on the other hand, live her life the way she wanted whether the people in "the bottom" like it or not.