Monday, December 1, 2008
Bread Givers
I feel that the novel, Bread Givers, written by Anzia Yezierska is a very compelling book about an immigrant family's struggles in America. It is interesting to read about what an immigrant family had to go through when they have just arrived in our country. I don't understand how a father could sit back while he sends his wife and daughters out to work. It was dismal to see him drive away all of his daughters and later blame them for their situation. Although it is sad to read about the the family's endeavors, it sheds light on how life was for immigrants during this time period.
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This response is very true. The father is out of control and does not take responsibility in anything he does. Well done!
I also agree with your views on the father. He is stubborn in his beliefs and will not take responsibility for his actions. He also refuses to work so that he can study and read the Torah. A very nice post.
I am in agreement with your blog post. The father needs to take responsibility for his actions and should help the family get by this devastating time period, instead of sitting back and doing nothing. Nice post!
Ricky, the reason he can sit back while his wife and daughters work is because he feels like it is his duty to dedicate his life to studying the works of the Torah. In his eyes, he is doing nothing wrong. In fact, he is doing the RIGHT thing, from his standpoint.
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