My Antonia Critics

Question 1

Boynton on modernism?

Answer 1

“in Antonia’s contended domesticity Miss Cather offers a modern variation of an old them.

Question 2

Hatcher on Antonia?

Answer 2

Cather pictured a strong character developing under severe difficulties which would crush a less heroic soul.

Question 3

Doren on Antonia and mediocrity?

Answer 3

“the maternal current is so deep and sure in her that is saves her from mediocrity.”