The Dress
This study guide will help you analyze the short story “The Dress” by Julia Darling. You can also find a summary of the text, as well as inspiration for interpreting it and putting it into perspective.
Presentation of the text
Title: “The Dress” (2006)
Author: Julia Darling
Genre: Short story
Julia Darling (1956-2005) was an English poet, novelist, and dramatist. Over her career, Darling wrote more than 50 stories, most of which explore the complex relationship between mothers and daughters, and between sisters or friends.
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