A Brief Summary Of Melanie Wilkes

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Throughout the entire story, Melanie Wilkes tends to do things for the sake of others. Melanie is very protective over Scarlett. Mrs.Wilkes helps Scarlett hide the body of the dead Yankee soldier and she comes up with an excuse for why the gun went off. Also, Melanie convinces her husband to go into business with Scarlett. Not only is she protective, but hardworking as well. After having just had her baby, Melanie still offers to clean up the mess from the dead soldier and work in the fields with the other women, but is told no due to her weakness. Caring, Melanie uses her compassion to help provide for others. When Scarlett kills the soldier, Melanie thanks her. She thanks her because she now has money to provide for the family. Melanie also