The Hour

Full of surprises - her reaction
Builds to climax
Did all that happen in just one hour? Brent came home - how long did it take to get there?
Where had Brent been?
She had expected the outcome - one day
She was relieved
She handled the news well & I think it was expected for that period for grief to be private
Humorous story; I could see this being passed amongst wives is similar marriages
Did she really have heart trouble or was that a way to avoid conflict?
Setting was in her house, is that where she spent most of her time?
Usual formula
Sold only to other women
Great wording
Did Alcee have to go to Calixta’s for safety, didn’t he pass another neighbors house on the way?
Lots of nature in this story
Can Bobinot read?
Catholic faith is prevalent in this part of the country
Usual formula
Sold only to other women
Great wording
Did Alcee have to go to Calixta’s for safety, didn’t he pass another neighbors house on the way?
Lots of nature in this story
Can Bo...