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Analyzing Barbara Kingsolver's Flight Behavior

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Atlee Carr
Professor Penwell
English 1102
31 August2016
Appalachia Scenery In the story, Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver, we read of unique area in the Appalachian Mountains that is practically submerged with butterflies. By today’s standards, Appalachia is considered a minority. The individuals in this region are looked down upon by cultural, social, and economic standards. However, in the story, the main character contradicts this stereotype. Dellarobia Turnbow is a wife and mother to two children. Her position in society is not very high, however, she realizes this, which makes the reader appreciate her modesty. While reading, one can see how Dellarobia acknowledges the elegance in the mountains. She did not ignore this artistic view. Subtlety, she shared her finding with her family and friends. …show more content…

The Great Smoky Mountains are one of a kind mountains. I was on the top of one of mountains; the view was breathtaking and was an amazing to see. I relate to Dellarobia’s awe from the mountains and countryside. Appalachia is a mainly rural area, with distinct people and landforms. There is diversity in this area. In some places, technology thrives. In others however, are lacking up to date technology. From one perspective, this is understandable. Every town is different and may not have every object the next town has. These places are isolated from industrial cities; many jobs in this area include farming, coal mining, and lumbering. However, looking at this from another angle, this is unfair to the areas without up to date technology. These areas could be in poverty and may not be able to afford everything new. This novel gives us an example of this with the Turnbow family and their

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