Publication Date

Spring 1984

Journal

Mississippi College Law Review

Abstract

The article explores William Faulkner's portrayal of Gavin Stevens, a fictional lawyer, highlighting his evolution as a character and his unique place within the tradition of literary lawyer figures. The analysis focuses on Gavin's development in The Town, where he learns the value of silence and observation, distinguishing him from other lawyers in literature who often remain static in their personal growth. The article situates Gavin within a broader literary context, comparing him to characters from works by authors like Dickens and Twain, and argues for his significance as a complex and sympathetic character.

Volume

4

Issue

2

First Page

193

Last Page

212

Publisher

Mississippi College School of Law

Disciplines

Courts | Intellectual Property Law | Jurisprudence | Law | Legal Profession

Comments

Symposium - The Law and Southern Literature

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