What Is Silko's Image Of The Yellow Woman

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Silko shows how the integration of the White people and Laguna Pueblo people lead to her difference as she’s half White and half Laguna. She spent a majority of her childhood with Grandma A’mooh nearly everyday because they lived next to each other. The statement “But I did not see any signs of that strain or anxiety in the face of my beloved Grandma A’mooh.”(Page 61) shows Silko learned from her grandma that she wasn’t judged by her complexion but by the quality of her personality. In white society, Silko didn’t know if “white people then or now would consider her [Grandma A’mooh] beautiful”(Page 64) because of how both societies view aspects of life differently. …show more content…

Yellow woman is portrayed as a hero who gave herself up for the sake and benefit of the people. She thought not selfishly and was able to bring food to her people and also give birth to two heroes. “The beauty that Yellow Woman possesses is the beauty of her passion, her daring, and her sheer strength to act when catastrophe is imminent.” (Page 70) allows Silko to compare herself to Yellow Woman, often believing that Yellow Woman may look just like herself. “I learned to be comfortable with my differences.” (Page 71) shows Silko how she was able to overcome her personal