In Mavis Gallant's 'Orphans' Progress,' two sisters face emotional turmoil as social workers separate them from their alcoholic mother in Montreal, sending them to a cold grandmother in Ontario and later into harsh institutions. The narrative captures the love they held for their mother despite her flaws and critiques societal norms regarding family care. The children's journey starkly contrasts their longing for maternal love with the cold realities they experience, illustrating the deep scars of abandonment and the complexities of familial bonds.
In her story 'Orphans' Progress,' Mavis Gallant portrays a grim journey of two sisters stripped from their flawed but loving mother to face cold, unloving environments.
The stark contrast between the girls’ affection for their mother and the harsh, sterile environment of their grandmother and beyond underscores the complexities of love and loss.
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