Barbarity in Disguise Some of things that people think are built on a righteous foundation are often the result of actions or events that are completely dishonorable. Aspects like wealth and influence can be gained by means that are immoral and inhumane. This is the case with Sarty Snopes’ fascination with the wealth of Major de Spain. He cannot see through the huge house and vast estate to the barbarity by which it was gained. …showed first 75 words of 623 total…

…showed last 75 words of 623 total…violent and dehumanizing institution of slavery. The de Spain’s peace and dignity is now maintained now by a new form of slavery that Sarty and his family will now take part in. Given Sarty’s character, but probably not his upbringing, one can believe that if Sarty knew the barbarity through which the de Spains gained their peace and dignity the de Spains lifestyle would not have such an appeal to him. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**