The Birth-Mark

Sympathy

What does the story teach us about sympathy?

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While Georgiana’s physical appearance is nearly flawless, Aylmer fixates on her birthmark and views it as a symbol for human imperfection. Aylmer feels no sympathy or empathy for Georgina which ultimately results in her death.

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