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The Conversation Between Meg And Gwen's Love In 'Away'
Parental love is one of the most dominant and consistent expressions of love throughout Away, conveyed through contrasting manners between the three families. The relationship between Meg and Gwen can be described as unusual, yet compelling. Their mother daughter bond is frequently tested throughout the play as a result of Gwen’s blunt love, which is expressed when she commands Meg to keep away from Tom and his family. “Some people may be happy living like pigs but I’m not. I will not have you hanging around with that kind of life.” (Act 1, Scene 2) As shown through this quote, Gwen’s harsh character is displayed as unaffectionate and tough. However, it also includes an underlying exhibit of love towards Meg, signifying that she cares for her daughter’s wellbeing, and is devoted to keeping a high standard of life for her family. Gwen’s coarse nature may have developed as a result of her past, which is brought up during her argument with Meg while on holiday. …show more content…
‘Sacrificed! Gone without. Gone through hardship so what happened to us will never happen to you. So that you’ll never know what we saw – never, never, never. Never see people losing jobs and never finding another one, never being without a home, never be without enough money for a decent meal, never be afraid that everything will fall apart at any second.’ (Act 3, Scene 2) This tense quote expresses Gwen’s desire for appreciation and respect for her hard work and sacrifice. In addition, is shows her strong compassion and protective nature towards Meg, and the struggle to provide her with a good life. This continually intense relationship puts a strain on their
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