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Emily Rosa

Mrs. Gardner

English 10H/Period 4

16 October 2016

Annotated Bibliographies: The Member of the Wedding

Free, Melissa. "Relegation and rebellion: the queer, the grotesque, and the silent in the fiction of Carson

McCullers." Web. 23 Oct. 2016.

What really influences McCullers writing? Melissa Free asks herself in this article. McCullers's

novels continue to emphasize those character qualities hidden behind the silence face. Intriguing, yet

queer figures in McCullers's style continues to impact her readers, sparking the question, How do these

eye-catching characters relate to sexual deviance?

This article, touching on hidden aspects of McCullers's writing, is useful for those curious about

her peculiar styles. Diversity within society and what it reveals about people today is just one of the topics

in this article that may spark interests. From character quirkiness to society's messages about humans

standards, the author addresses the small aspects of McCullerss writing, but those that impact her writing

the most.

Lansky, Ellen. "The Member of the Wedding (novel)." In Werlock, Abby H. P., ed.The Facts On File

Companion to the American Novel. New York: Facts On File, Inc., 2006.
Touching on the history and successes of The Member of the Wedding, Lanskey uses an admiring

tone to portray the expressive aspects of the novel, as well as her own opinion of it. She highlights

effective themes and includes the novels history, thus providing a clear understanding of everything about

the story.

Lansky's article serves to provide clarity for those curious about McCullers's novel and the

multiple themes, character personalities, as well as its success that comes along with it. Her academic yet

light-hearted diction and informative language brought clarity to the novel, as well her incorporation of its

impactful history.

Moe, Christian H. "The Member of the Wedding: Overview." Detroit: St. James Press, 1994.

In the emotional yet inspiring novel The Member of the Wedding, Carson Mccullers ties together

themes of isolation, humanly compassion, and expectations of young women to portray her southern

upbringing and sympathetic approach. Moe describes the diverse character qualities within the novel, the

storys plot connecting the reader to common themes in everyday life, and illuminating a sense of

empathy and recognition to its readers.

This article includes an easy to follow summary of the novel; rich in detail, any reader will retain

understanding of The Member of The Weddings various themes and character contributions. Using quotes

from the novel itself, and connecting Mccullers's style of diction, the article provides clarity for those

interested in the novels powerful themes and plot descriptions. For example, the author includes, "They,"

she exclaims, "are the we of me." Thus Part I's ending rhythmically changes to a tempo of joyfulness.
Not only is this article convenient for young readers, it is easy effective for those interested in Mccullers's

style of writing and how it connects to society itself today.

Snodgrass, Mary Ellen. "lesbian authors and feminist literature." Encyclopedia of Feminist

Literature. New York: Facts On File, Inc., 2006.

Incorporating works from various writers about types of feminism, Snodgrass touches on

the rising acceptance of lesbian feminism and forms of womens roles in society. The rise of lesbian

feminism dates back to the 1940s, and continues into plays, novels, and even mythology. Not only

connecting specific themes to playwrights and authors, she includes forms of femininity in works by

Carson Mccullers.

This article works to expand the realm of femininity and its significant effect in society.

Snodgrass's article suits those interested in the feminist community and how it is integrated into

forms of literature; her formal and informative diction assisted my understanding of the

importance of feminism in The Member of The Wedding. The growth of feminist culture and its

powerful messages in the article is portrayed as influential and powerful for feminists around the

world.

Werlock, Abby H. P., ed. "McCullers, Carson." The Facts On File Companion to the American Novel.

New York: Facts On File, Inc., 2006.

Carson McCullers diverse forms of literature is honored today and never forgotten, as mentioned

by Werlock. McCullerss childhood combined with traditions and favored writing styles makes up just a
bit of her intriguing works. Despite a few tragedies in her lifetime, McCullers strived to continue her

writing and even write about some of those tragic events.

Werlocks insight into McCullers's journey as an author provides a wide range of specific

writings of McCullers, as well as her person background. Werlock includes a few of McCullerss

colleagues and inspirations, revealing more about McCullers not only as a successful writer, but as an

admired person. To find an article that touches on all aspects of McCullers's past and inspirations for

writing, Werlock provides just that and even more about the appreciated author.

Wu, Cynthia. "Expanding southern whiteness: reconceptualizing ethnic difference in the short

fiction

of Carson McCullers." Web. 24 Oct.

Racial difference emphasizes McCullers's writing, from African Americans in the south, to

racial standards among those white in the south. Wu connects society's perspective on racial

diversity to McCullers's incorporation of characters that possess both: southern whiteness, and

African American upbringing.

Following up on the most significant aspects of McCullerss racial opinions, Wu includes

key information from writings of McCullers that share the differences and similarities of characters

ethnicity. Her academic diction and extensive understanding of racism added to my personal grasp

of the theme. For readers interested in McCullers's addition of character diversity and societys

perspective on this commonality, Wus article contains everything of the topic.


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