Who Gloria Gilbert is
Gloria Gilbert enters Anthony's world through her cousin, Dick Caramel, who is also his friend. She is quick, daring and outspoken, with little patience for rules or flattering conversation. Anthony is drawn to her freedom and her ability to live for the moment.
What Gloria Gilbert wants
Gloria wants admiration and the freedom to do as she likes. She sees no reason for Anthony to take ordinary work while they expect his grandfather's money. She treats her beauty as something valuable, yet fears the passing of time.
Gloria Gilbert and the others in the story
Gloria and Anthony share real tenderness, but they mistake their attraction for a plan for living. Their married days fill with parties, dinners and travel, while practical responsibilities remain out of sight. She resists being told what to do, and their small disagreements grow into quarrels.
How Gloria Gilbert changes
At their country house in Marietta, Gloria enjoys entertaining but begins to resent Anthony's growing dependence on drink. Pleasure can soothe their early quarrels, yet it becomes less able to ease their fears. Her confidence grows more fragile as she worries about money, her marriage and her fading looks.
Вопросы
Where is Gloria Gilbert from?
Gloria comes from Kansas City in the Midwest.
How does Gloria meet Anthony Patch?
She meets Anthony through Dick Caramel, her cousin and his friend.
What does Gloria Gilbert fear?
Gloria fears losing her beauty, because so much of her confidence depends on being admired.
