This scene, although short, is significant. Similar to the last scene, it further develops characters, specifically Berniece and Avery. Berniece really holds on to the belief that, "the past is present." Although true, she really needs to move on. Her past is controlling her life, and making it unable to see what good things are in front of her. Avery sees this too, when he says, "'Everybody got stones in their passway. You got to step over them or walk around them"(70). I believe that Avery will eventually get to Berniece, and she will say yes to his numerable attempts to propose to her. On a side note, I think it's odd that August Wilson has not set a clear protagonist or antagonist, but rather made the reader choose sides.
from Harrison's Blog:
malnatia said...
Very interesting connection to Maretha, Beniece and her mother. I completely agree. Berniece's stubbornness is really getting in the way. It is causing much conflict that I hope will get resolved soon.
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