Trifles: Symbols Unravel The Mystery
In Susan Glaspell’s “Trifles,” symbols play a crucial role in unraveling the play’s central mystery. The quilt, a representation of domesticity, becomes a symbol of the stifled aspirations and hidden secrets of the women characters. The canary, a metaphor for Mrs. Wright’s innocence and vulnerability, foreshadows the tragic events that unfold. The broken rope, a … Read more