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  In "Paul's Case" by Willa Cather, is Paul a victim of society?

  Posted by rodneyjenkins on Nov 25, 2009 at 05:42 AM

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  Please explain this phrase and what does she mean by Unnaturally in "Paul's case" by Willa Cather.

  Posted by jp0830 on Nov 8, 2009 at 11:41 AM

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  Do you think Cather was a bit heavy-handed in killing Paul?

  Posted by jp0830 on Oct 28, 2009 at 07:30 AM

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  in the story "Paul's Case", is Paul a tragic figure? and if so, why?

  Posted by purplegiant on Oct 17, 2009 at 04:47 PM

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  In what two cities is the story set and do those settings have symbolic value?

  Posted by bomb on Sep 27, 2009 at 07:11 PM

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  Is Paul a static or a developing character? If the latter, at what points does he change? Why?

  Posted by vicky264 on Sep 8, 2009 at 08:30 PM

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  Give me a brief analysis of the characters in "Paul's Case."

  Posted by revolution on Aug 17, 2009 at 05:10 AM

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  In "Paul's Case", what's the summary of the story?

  Posted by caseyburl on Jul 28, 2009 at 07:58 AM

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  As Paul's desire to escape becomes more crucial for him, at which point does a major crisis force his real escape from Pittsburgh?

  Posted by monica09 on Jul 6, 2009 at 12:27 PM

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  How old is Paul?

  Posted by lazarinbeatriz on Jun 3, 2009 at 05:06 PM

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  In "Paul's Case," account for the drastic difference in Paul's behavior at school and his behavior at Carnegie Hall.

  Posted by mingchunkong on Mar 31, 2009 at 04:37 PM

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  What is the symbolism in the short story, "Paul's Case"?  

  Posted by loudeckars on Mar 26, 2009 at 10:47 AM

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  In "Paul's Case," what does the father want for Paul?

  Posted by nt42012a on Feb 22, 2009 at 03:25 PM

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  How does modernism tie into Paul’s Case? Is modernism Cather’s style of writing?  

  Posted by jozetteanderson on Feb 21, 2009 at 01:41 PM

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  What type of fiction is Paul's Case? Is it interpretive literature or escape literature?

  Posted by narmatha167 on Feb 16, 2009 at 04:40 PM

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  in the story paul case, was he driven to his fate by the destructive values of America.

  Posted by iluvdavon123 on Feb 16, 2009 at 01:04 PM

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  In "Paul's Case," why does the author mention pictures of George Washington and John Calvin?

  Posted by chubbi3 on Feb 7, 2009 at 09:13 PM

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  Why is the story called "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by seyahfajnos on Jan 31, 2009 at 04:35 PM

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  What are3 subtopics i can use to prove my thesis: this story reveals that humanity struggles to achieve happiness by trying to adapt to society.

  Posted by ct122592 on Jan 4, 2009 at 01:15 AM

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  How does the conflict develop in significant scenes in Willa Cathers "Paul's Case."

  Posted by bkonsavage on Oct 12, 2008 at 09:12 PM

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  How can a third person omniscient point of view advance the plot, develop the main character and shape the theme in "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by the-broken-desire on Sep 28, 2008 at 08:21 AM

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  How does Cather use the device of point of view in the story, "Paul's Case" to advance the plot, develop characters, and shape the theme?

  Posted by primaballerina34 on Sep 22, 2008 at 01:06 PM

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  In "Paul's Case," how does the antagonist (the father) contribute to the story's overall meaning ?

  Posted by chrys on Sep 18, 2008 at 04:17 PM

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  What are some internal and external forces that affect Paul in "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by melissa5294 on Sep 17, 2008 at 03:03 PM

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  In "Paul's Case," does Paul regret taking his actions in the end? How do you know?

  Posted by sarahhfifee on Aug 21, 2008 at 06:08 PM

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  Identify examples of the four types of conflicts in "Paul's Case." 

  Posted by lalala-hehe on Aug 19, 2008 at 10:09 PM

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  Cather uses the flowers as symbols in "Paul's Case". Explain the symbolism of the flowers in the following instances: 

  Posted by uruhlurvesu on Aug 19, 2008 at 06:58 PM

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  This story reveals the struggles of modern day humanity and the sacrifices we must make to achieve happiness.  How do I write  a paper on this?

  Posted by melvisser113 on May 4, 2008 at 12:43 PM

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  Can you provide me with a biographical summary of Willa Cather's life?

  Posted by landie on Apr 17, 2008 at 07:16 PM

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  I need help writing a summary of Willa Cather's life. Can you give me suggestions?

  Posted by yolbe on Apr 15, 2008 at 07:24 PM

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  Is Paul struggling to set himself free and live the theatric life he wants?

  Posted by jamichaeljones on Apr 3, 2008 at 07:31 PM

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  What is the specific significance of the final sentence of the story "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by teachme2 on Jan 31, 2008 at 10:16 AM

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  In "Paul's Case," Paul's father could have made a big difference in Paul's life. What are some things he could have done as a parent?

  Posted by dmarieskut on Jan 28, 2008 at 01:45 AM

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  Is Paul a static character or a dynamic one?

  Posted by ulrich on Jan 22, 2008 at 07:00 PM

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  In the story "Paul's Case" why is Paul irriated and wretched after the concert?

  Posted by kayte1023 on Oct 29, 2007 at 07:05 AM

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  What does the basement scene at his home have to do with how the rest of the story pans out?

  Posted by worm on Sep 30, 2007 at 11:12 AM

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  What is Paul's actions and demeanor like based on his interactions with the teachers?

  Posted by backseatkid on Sep 11, 2007 at 05:05 PM

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  What is the significance of colors (such as red, violet, yellow, blue and green) as symbols of Paul's emotion?

  Posted by dwill09 on Sep 11, 2007 at 02:48 PM

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  How do lies help free Paul from the bonds of society and at the same time become a burden and how does lying hurt Paul's own sense of self?

  Posted by sdennstaedt on May 31, 2007 at 05:53 PM

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  Give me a perfect conclusion about Paul's Case?

  Posted by sonad on May 21, 2007 at 10:12 AM

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  What are the major themes in "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by sonad on Apr 29, 2007 at 11:35 AM

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  What does flower symbolize in this story, and how did you come to this conclusion?

  Posted by raynglow on Mar 2, 2007 at 12:56 PM

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  What was Paul's search of beauty?

  Posted by cherina on Feb 8, 2007 at 04:02 AM

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  Why does Paul kill himself?

  Posted by ernie on Feb 5, 2007 at 05:57 PM

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  Do you think Paul is who we most dread being? If so why?

  Posted by rackster1 on Jan 30, 2007 at 02:49 PM

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  How does Willa Cather portray innocence and experience in "Paul's Case"?

  Posted by smn07 on Jan 30, 2007 at 09:03 AM

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  Someone explain this sentence from "Paul's Case": "He spent more than an hour in dressing, watching every stage of his toilet carefully in the mirror."

  Posted by rackster1 on Jan 29, 2007 at 07:33 PM