Spoon River Anthology, Constance Hately summary
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In Constance Hately, Constance addresses Spoon River and rejects its praise for raising her older sister’s orphaned children, Irene and Mary. She also rejects blame directed at them, admitting that her repeated reminders of their dependence spoil the kindness of her care.
What happens
- Constance says Spoon River praises her for raising Irene and Mary, her older sister’s orphans.
- She says the community blames the two for despising her.
- Constance rejects both the praise for herself and the blame for them.
- She admits that she spoils her care by constantly reminding them of their dependence.
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What to notice
Constance refuses the community’s flattering view of her care. Her refusal introduces an admission that she gives the children reasons for contempt.
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What does Constance admit spoils her kindness?
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