A Rose For Emily and Other Short Stories

How Emily felt about her role as icon of the town in "A Rose for Emily"?

How did Emily feel about her role as icon of the town?

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Emily wasn't particularly worried about her role. She wanted happiness, and when happiness evaded her, she chose to go through the motions. Emily did, however, believe herself to be above the law..... as evidenced in her refusal to pay taxes.

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A Rose for Emily

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