A Rose For Emily and Other Short Stories

Thematic statement for "A Rose for Emily"?

Hi! I have no clue what a good thematic statement for "A Rose for Emily" is. I have two themes narrowed down: isolation and change (like how some people don't like change. I just need a little help figuring out how to word the thematic/universal statement.

Any help is appreciated! Thank you!

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Isolation from life is a key them In William Faulkner's short story, A Rose For Emily. Emily's isolation begins largely at the hands of her overbearing father.

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