Exploring Rebellion vs. the Individual in Two Works.
This paper explores the nature and the relationship of the individual within society in the classic tragedy "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, and The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas by Ursula Le Guin. Through investigating the position of the individual and society, it can be seen that the simplest solutions to problems are not even considered due to the lack of value that the sum of society places upon individuals, and that rebellion against the status quo helps to demonstrate why society creates a scenario in which the individuals feel trapped and where rebellion is their best option.
