Discussion response-The Song of the Lark by Willa Cather
Both the novel The Song of the Lark by Willa Cather and the play The Youngest by Philip Barry present an artist. The presentation of each differs, as does the scope of the work itself, not to mention the treatment of art. However, some commonalities appear after a reading of each, perhaps ones that, despite the sundry forms they may take, are shared by most if not all artists or artistic fields.
Who elevates the dignity of work through art more effectively, Thea or Richard? What is the reason for your choice? In your answer, please draw on both texts.
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What do the presentations of Thea and Richard as working artists have in common? Is this commonality something likely ascribed to all artists? In your answer, please draw on both texts.
As you examine for dignity and/or common ground, please feel free to incorporate John Paul II’s Laborem Exercens; however, reference to the encyclical is not required in your response.
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