A Streetcar Named Desire

A Streetcar Named Desire Illusion VS. reality

Blanche’s “world” is often contrasted to the world of Stanley’s and Stella’s. Blanche firmly states the kind of world she wants: “I don’t want realism. I want - magic!” - In what way is Blanche’s world an illusion? - Is it any less real than that of Stanley or Stella? - What defines reality in A Streetcar Named Desire? - What defines illusion

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This is just a short forum space but I can make a general comment. Blanche dwells in illusion; fantasy is her primary means of self-defense, both against outside threats and against her own demons. Her fragile world of illusion comes in stark contrast to Stanley's realism. Blanche fails to maintain her world when Stanley brings it crashing down.

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