Ella  Wright is Richard’s mother, she plays a very important role in the life of his  children.  Ella is a disciplinarian and a  wonderful mother.  She teaches Richard  morals and to be bold.  Richard’s mother  encourages him to imbibe the tenets of Christian religion.  She teaches him to be kind to animals as she  forces him to bury the kitten and pray for forgiveness after killing the  kitten.  She teaches Richard to face  challenges with boldness and fight for his right.  Ella represents the entire women-folk despite  her marital trauma, she struggles to survive.   She builds up Richard’s personality. 
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