The dress "is a story of modern times, of memories that have not yet slipped away from us. ". It highlights what Patricia's experience with growing up during WW2 was like for an English child. After she captivates you with her childhood memories you then move on to her adulthood where she developes a resilient and kind character. You get to see the world not through your own eyes but through Patricia's. The dress also shows insight into important family figures that would otherwise be a lost memory for no one to see. Whilst reading you develop a greater understanding of Patricia's values and character. It starts to feel like you are reading a novel instead of a memoir.
The dress "is a story of modern times, of memories that have not yet slipped away from us. ". It highlights what Patricia's experience with growing up during WW2 was like for an English child. After she captivates you with her childhood memories you then move on to her adulthood where she developes a resilient and kind character. You get to see the world not through your own eyes but through Patricia's. The dress also shows insight into important family figures that would otherwise be a lost memory for no one to see. Whilst reading you develop a greater understanding of Patricia's values and character. It starts to feel like you are reading a novel instead of a memoir.