Major Collins’ perception of Lucinda’s interests compared to his role in society and the hopes he has for her, help enhance Lucinda’s struggle to fit a common mold as she transitions in age.
Influenced by his place in society, Major Collins presents his hopes for Lucinda, which contradict her thoughts on the person she wants to become
Major Collins’ ignorant comments regarding the music Nately and Lucinda enjoy, demonstrate his inability to understand the deeper meaning of the music and why it is so important to Lucinda. His ignorance to the music support the fact that Lucinda is struggling to identify with her father, as he fails to understand what is important to her. Major Collins only sees the music by its literal meaning, disregarding
