The Grave | Social Sensitivity
Porter's social conscience is evident in her writing, and some of her stories in fact take on the character of social commentaries. "The Grave" exhibits Porter's awareness of both a patriarchal society and a society controlled by aristocratic landowners. A biographical study of Porter reveals that she came from an aristocratic family that lost their wealth. It is known that Porter herself grew up in poverty. An understanding of Porter's past sheds light on the social significance of her stories and a recognition of Miranda as an image of Porter aids in this understanding. Critics have...
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