Baglady By A. S. Byatt

One’s dialogue, actions, and thoughts can reveal many different characteristics. The short story, “Baglady” by A.S.Byatt follows Daphne Gulver Robinson while she accompanies her husband, his co-workers, and their wives on a business trip in Asia. A.S. Byatt reveals the main character Daphne’s insecure, simple, and introverted personality through her dialogue, actions, and thoughts. Initially, the actions of Daphne uncover that she is self-conscious. She feels that her appearance is not suitable for the social group she is associated with and attempts to orient herself by “ [shedding] ten pounds and [getting] her hands manicured”(3). Her actions are significant as they demonstrate that she is not at ease with herself and feels that she must