So, in the resolution of this book, I am frustrated. As adequately described by Prof. Corrigan in class, "I am addicted to 'happy endings.'" Too many Disney Princess movies, and now I do not know what to do with a novel that doesn't end the way I would like it to.
Things to note in this half of the book: 1- Friendship. LeGuin is all about it. One critique I read about this suggested that this was in direct opposition to the "Red Scare" going on at the time, a la the "Creechie Scare." She bonds Lyubov and Selver which changes the way we are viewing Creechies overall and their threat, although it should be noted, retaliation or otherwise, they still invaded the camp. Which calls into question just how right Americans are in their pride over their heritage because we invaded the Native American's land and then punished them brutally for a long time for retaliating. And gave them blankets poisoned with small pox. But now we give them land, casinos, no laws or taxes and a ruined society, so it must be ok right?
On page 96, Selver warns Lyubov, who completely misses the warning and fails to put it in his report. Very Pearl Harbor, No? Again, a parallel to America's arrogance and pride that misses so many stumbling blocks and preventable atrocities.
About Me
- Sydney-Alyse
- I am a South Carolinian who was raised classic, conservative, Christian, and proud. These are my exploits as I attempt to bring Greek Life and Southern Charm to Southeastern University. I love Autumn, Lilly Pulitzer, Sweet Tea, French cooking, Monograms, Gardenias, Pearls, Sailing, and Turquoise.
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