A Rose For Emily and Other Short Stories
A Rose for Emily
How does Emily respond to the gossip and disapproval of the town?
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Emily responded to the gossip by holding her head high and silently demanding the respect she felt she was owed.
She carried her head high enough--even when we believed that she was fallen. It was as if she demanded more than ever the recognition of her dignity as the last Grierson; as if it had wanted that touch of earthiness to reaffirm her imperviousness.
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A Rose for Emily
