Part one of term paper
In “A Worn Path,” a story of about 3,500 words, Eudora Welty describes a brief incident in the life of an old but almost timeless black woman, Phoenix Jackson. Welty shows that Phoenix possesses great personal strength and cheerfulness despite the grimness of her life. The story is mostly narrative, with dialogue when characters other t ...

Part two of term paper
... and fields, she is kept company by the nature which surrounds her. Although she walks alone, she does not feel lonely or feel sorry for herself. Also, even though the path Phoenix follows takes her over hills, through thorny bushes, across creeks, and under a barbed-wire fence, she never lets the rugged trail get to her. In her persistence, Phoenix demonstrates extreme strength and bravery. She knows her mission is to get to town, and she does not let anything discourage her. As Phoenix arrive ...