O'Connor & Updike / Clash of Worldviews
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A 10 page paper comparing the way Flannery O'Connor and John Updike develop a clash of worldviews in their short fiction. Stories analyzed are O'Connor's 'Revelation', and Updike's 'A & P'. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Clasview.wps

Sammy’s Two Worlds in Updike’s “A & P”
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A five page look at this short story by John Updike. The paper shows how Updike places his main character in a struggle between two worlds -- one in which life is predictable, steady, stable, and reliable, and one defined by unconventionality and surprise. Sammy’s decision to choose the more unconventional lifestyle will ultimately affect his entire life. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: KBupdik2.wps

John Updike's 'A & P' / Lengel's Perspective
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A 4 page creative narrative that takes the perspective of Lengel in Updike's 'A & P' and reflects upon his internal struggles with the action in this short story. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Lengel.wps