The Dark Side of Tradition in Shirley Jackson’s the Lottery
Words: 697 Pages: 2 6715Short stories, with their varied lengths and genres, have a unique ability to evoke deep emotions and capture the reader’s attention. They often provide just enough information to convey the essence of the characters and the setting. In Shirley Jackson’s renowned short story “The Lottery,” the focus is on a small village where tradition dictates a bizarre and sinister annual event. Unlike a typical lottery where participants hope for monetary gain, this lottery is a deeply ingrained tradition that reveals […]