In pages 81-120, George Hurstwood and Carrie Meeber’s secret relationship, Carrie’s new career, and Charlie Drouet’s negligence towards Carrie are major actions that take place. Up to this point, Hurstwood has met Carrie already and his thoughts are consumed with the thought of her. Carrie also notices the charm of Hurstwood from his first impression at the theater he invited Drouet and her to, and concludes that Drouet is “almost dull in in comparison” to Hurstwood (79). So, mutual feelings between Hurstwood and Carrie are immediately evident. By this time, Carrie lives in Drouet’s house, and is no longer worried about being a waif, or a person without a home and/or social outcast (9/11 Lecture). So, when Hurstwood waits in the parlor for Mr. and Mrs. Douret while Drouet is out of town, Carrie is obligated to host him. It is at this moment, that Carrie notices his charismatic …show more content…
From the beginning, Carrie seeks a relationship with Drouet out of the desire to live a lavish lifestyle by mooching off the money Drouet gives her. Eventually, Drouet’s high status results in a connection with the Elks, an organization that hosts activities in their “lodges” to benefit the local community; this establishes an actress career for Carrie that lands her a role in a play (108). Henceforth, she advances in class, or the mode of social organization (9/11 Lecture). However, Carrie now begins to realize that although her life has improved, she wants someone to who spends time with her. This is illustrated when Hurstwood voices his frustration that absolutely no one cares enough about him to interact with him personally (92). Through the omniscient narrator, Carrie also relates to this feeling, and as a result, feels that someone finally needs and loves her. Thus, her motivation shifts from the theme of Rise of Consumer Economy, or desire for materialistic possessions, to wanting a loving attentive partner (9/11