A Complicated Kindness Analysis
Historical analyzation of A Complicated Kindness by J.Pang
Since the 1920s, pop culture became an important factor in many North American’s lives. As a mennonite girl living in East Village, Nomi is affected greatly by the media during her time, the 1980s, because its what shaped her ideals. Many of Nomi’s peers and family were also affected by pop culture’s influence such as Travis and Trudie, Nomi’s boyfriend and Mother who often makes references to well known figures in the Western culture. Through the historical lens, one can depict what influences Nomi’s choices and inspires her.
Nom’s first encounter with Travis was at Suicide Hill. From her first impressions, one can tell her judgements are based on popular beliefs and opinions.
Since the 1920s, pop culture became an important factor in many North American’s lives. As a mennonite girl living in East Village, Nomi is affected greatly by the media during her time, the 1980s, because its what shaped her ideals. Many of Nomi’s peers and family were also affected by pop culture’s influence such as Travis and Trudie, Nomi’s boyfriend and Mother who often makes references to well known figures in the Western culture. Through the historical lens, one can depict what influences Nomi’s choices and inspires her.
Nom’s first encounter with Travis was at Suicide Hill. From her first impressions, one can tell her judgements are based on popular beliefs and opinions.