The Gift of the Magi Questions on Pier-glass
The Gift of the Magi
How does Della's slenderness aid her in "The Gift of the Magi"?
Della's slenderness aids her in "The Gift of the Magi" by allowing her to see her reflection in the narrow pier-glass mirror. Living in a cheap apartment with a low-quality mirror, Della's thin frame...
The Gift of the Magi
How does the pier glass symbolically relate to Della in "The Gift of the Magi"?
The pier glass symbolizes Della's relationship with her hair and reflects her willingness to sacrifice it for love. Literally, it prompts her idea to sell her hair for a gift. Metaphorically, it...