Short Story “epiphanies” discussion

Mr. Know-All
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What is the metaphorical value of the pearl necklace in this story?

How does the necklace represent the interaction between the narrator and Max Kelada, who is mr know all.

Let’s look at the evolution of a real pearl. It’s beginnings in the ocean, as an “irritant” inside an oyster shell. Does that evolution mirror the tension between our main characters.

Do we believe that Max Kelada could be so magnanimous. And do we believe that our narrator could so easily have a change of heart.

And, even more interesting, why DOES Mrs.Ramsay have the pearl necklace?


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