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... In Henry James’s, Washinton Square, conflict between Dr. Sloper and his daughter Catherine appears to be harmful at first. However, in actuality the tension between Catherine and her father stimulates the heroine within Catherine to be exposed. Her ongoing struggle with her father helps Catherine discover who she really is and the wonderful qualities she possesses.
In the novel, we are first introduced to Catherine as “absolutely unattractive”, in her father’s words. Catherine’s aunt, Ms. ... Dr. Sloper, described as cruel and cold by James, shows no pure familiar love for his daughter. ... He also feels as if Catherine is a burden in his life, for her mother died due to complications during Catherine’s birth. Dr. Sloper “has never done Catherine any justice”.
Approximate Word count = 628 Approximate Pages = 2.5 (250 words per page double spaced)
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