a worn path
... youth and strength as well as an obstacle she easily overcomes. Though Phoenix is old, the mental strength she possesses is stronger than his physical strength. This strength of hers is the determination of allowing nothing to stand in her way when she sets out to get something done. The hunter’s rude comments and him calling her “granny” obviously show he is treating her as if she is dirt. Even as she lye on the floor, he picks her up and flings her, not taking into consideration how fragile she is. Even after he ridicules her and tells her to go back home, she answers him firmly, “I bound to go to town, mister.” Once again, though this young white hunter who is belittling her tells her to leave, she is already set on a goal that cannot go unaccomplished. The hunter pulls out his gun and points it at Phoenix. Being the strong individual she is, she shows no fear. She said she had seen plenty of guns and they’ve been pointed at her for less than what she has done. She took a nickel from the floor that he had dropped. Though she is stealing from him, he deserves it. She is not afraid to have a gun pointed at her, or afraid to steal. If stealing is the only way she can get her sick grandson some medicine, then that is what she has to do. She lo...