"A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner

There are many important external factors and influences that govern people's lives and the way they live, for instance, one's position in society and reputation within it establish the social hierarchy; the social values, beliefs and customs maintained in the community determine how a person is judged; and the general environment that surrounds the subject resolves his or her views and perceptions on life. In "A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner these factors ultimately mold the development of the short story.
The main character, Miss Emily, is greatly influenced from her early childhood through the first half or so of her life by her father. …