t in the second pillow was the indentation of a head and then someone lifted something from it, it was a long strand of iron-gray hair (Faulkner 226). It was obvious that Miss Emily had not only killed her sweetheart by actually laid with him after his death. Her deepest and hidden longings were lying in the bed. She kept Homers body so long because she feels that she has finally accomplished something in her life. William Faulkners use of characterization to describe Miss Emily and her intention was triumphant in bringing the story to life. Miss Emilys character was expressed though her actions and feelings, through the narrators direct comments about her, and through the actions, words, and feelings of other characters....
