She couldn't get free and she couldn't pop missus on the back of her head with a cane, but she could take her silk. You do your rebellions any way you can.
by Sue Monk Kidd (0 Reviews)
In "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd, the protagonist reflects on her constrained existence and the limited options available for rebellion. While she cannot physically resist the authority of her mistress or break free from her oppressive circumstances, she finds a small act of defiance through pilfering silk. This illustrates her desire for autonomy and the subtle ways in which those oppressed can assert themselves. The quote emphasizes that...
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