![]() ![]() Homily is most anxious that Arrietty understands the family tradition of Borrowing and wants her to accompany Pod on his expeditions so that she can fully grasp how Borrowing is done and can continue it into the next generation. This strict adherence to class amongst the Borrowers reflects the obsession with class and knowing one's place that permeated British society at the time Mary Norton wrote the book. Homily's need to acquire more upscale items for her home is also part of her picture of herself as being of a higher class than those without fancy decorations. ![]() She is also very concerned about the possibility of having to leave the big country house and emigrate to the badger set like her extended family have done she looks down on that side of the family and does not want to live alongside them. Homily is determined to be seen to have done better in life than any other Borrower family it is not necessary for her to have actually done better, just to give the appearance of having done so. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. ![]()
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