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Daughter Of Invention By Julia Alvarez
Imagine a world where the power of words knows no bounds, where thoughts can flow freely, unrestricted by fear or oppression. In the excerpt "Daughter of Invention" by Julia Alvarez, the American setting plays a pivotal role in shaping the characters' actions. The newfound freedom of speech within this world influences the narrator, her mother, and her father in distinct ways. As we explore their contrasting reactions, the American backdrop emerges as a defining force, molding their desires, fears, and aspirations. First, the American setting fills the narrator with eagerness to express herself freely. Inspired by Walt Whitman, she fearlessly writes a bold speech, finding her voice "in English." The influence of Whitman's words and the freedom
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