Why is it titled a rose for Emily?

Answer 1

According to the author himself, the title was meant to represent a kind of somber honor for the type of woman the title character has become. "An allegorical title; the meaning was, here was a woman who has had a tragedy and nothing could be done about it, and I pitied her and this was a salute...to a woman you would hand a rose." - Faulkner

Answer 2

Well it is obvious by the story that Emily never received a rose. She was isolate her whole life and ostracized by the townspeople. So the "rose" for Emily is her story being told. It is a tribute to her as if she was being given a rose of remembrance.

Answer 3

Beautifully rose makes a beautiful family.Roses are beautiful and smell nice even when you don't get near them

They make your House look beautiful and breathy.

Answer 4

The title "A Rose for Emily" symbolizes the respect and admiration the town has for Emily Grierson despite her controversial and tragic life. It also alludes to the idea of a traditional romantic gesture, which contrasts with the dark and disturbing aspects of Emily's story.

Answer 5

There are quite a few themes in "A Rose For Emily." Some of them are isolation, memories and the past, compassion and forgiveness.

Answer 6

According the author, the title is an allegory. Giving a rose to a woman is similar to giving a salute to a man.