A Rose for Emily by William Faulkner

"A Rose for Emily" is a Southern Gothic short story about the life of Emily Grierson, a woman from a once prestigious family who lives in isolation in her decaying mansion in a small Southern town. Emily's life is narrated through the eyes of the townspeople, revealing her struggles with her father's controlling nature, her romantic relationship with a man beneath her social status, and her descent into madness. The story is renowned for its unexpected and shocking conclusion, which reveals a dark secret Emily has been hiding in her home.

The 4498th greatest book of all time


Published
1930
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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