"Eveline" A Different View

Stuck in a world of work, hardship, and disability, James Joyce's character Eveline, in the story by the same name, is forced to make a decision. She has to choose between an escape which could be love and a promise to her family. Setting, character, and symbolism have direct impacts upon Eveline's life and her choices that she must make within it. <Tab/>The setting of "Eveline" is a major contributor …

…gt;The aspects of setting, character, and symbolism make "Eveline" a complex yet enjoyable story. From her drab home, she looks out the window and lusts for a new life. She cannot see her own privileges. Also Eveline's father and Frank play major roles of whether or not to leave and go out into a new world. Lastly the music of Frank makes her see there is more to life than what she has now.