Baylor College Medical School
317 tc 5. Brigid by Mary Lavin
317 tc 5. Why do you think the author does not reveal the name of Owen's wife?
317 tc 5. Why do you think the author does not reveal the name of Owen's wife?
Owen's wife is an outside antagonist who represents an idea rather than a person. The idea that the mentally challenged should be locked up, out of site and out of mind. Owen thus isn't merely struggling against his wife but against strong societal pressures.