Topic > The Bad Mother in the Glass Menagerie - 536

There's a difference between being a good mom and a bad mom. What characteristics distinguish good mothers from bad ones? Amanda's actions in Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie made it clear from the beginning what kind of mom she will be. First, he was a domineering person. Especially when it came to his children, he constantly humiliated them and made them feel like they weren't good enough and couldn't do anything right. Second, he would make decisions for his children, allowing them to have little say in their future. Ultimately, he turned over much of his responsibilities to Tom. Despite the opinions people may have in determining whether a mother is good or bad, it was made clear that Amanda was a little more selfish than things, putting her needs before those of her children. It seemed like Amanda cared more about herself than her children. Being bossy is one of Amanda's characteristics that stands out the most. When he expresses this trait, he emphasizes his children's weaknesses more than their strengths. He would constantly degrade his children on what...