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Everything That Rises Must Converge
Book • 1965
"Everything That Rises Must Converge" is a short story by Flannery O'Connor that explores themes of racial tension, class conflict, and the limitations of human understanding.
Set in the American South during the Civil Rights era, the story follows Julian and his mother on a bus ride, where they encounter an African American woman and her son.
Julian, a self-proclaimed intellectual, condescends to his mother, who clings to outdated prejudices and social pretensions.
O'Connor's story delves into the complexities of human relationships, the corrosive effects of pride and prejudice, and the potential for grace and redemption in the face of suffering.
Through vivid characters and a sharp, satirical tone, "Everything That Rises Must Converge" challenges readers to confront their own biases and assumptions.
Set in the American South during the Civil Rights era, the story follows Julian and his mother on a bus ride, where they encounter an African American woman and her son.
Julian, a self-proclaimed intellectual, condescends to his mother, who clings to outdated prejudices and social pretensions.
O'Connor's story delves into the complexities of human relationships, the corrosive effects of pride and prejudice, and the potential for grace and redemption in the face of suffering.
Through vivid characters and a sharp, satirical tone, "Everything That Rises Must Converge" challenges readers to confront their own biases and assumptions.
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Mentioned by Jerome Foss as one of O'Connor's famous short stories.
Flannery O'Connor and the Perils of Governing By Tenderness – Dr. Jerome Foss
