The death of Emily's father was a major tragedy for Emily. It appears she was in denial about his death. Faulkner explains: “The day after his death, all the ladies were preparing to come to the house and offer their condolences and help, as is our custom. Miss Emily greeted them at the door, dressed as usual and without a trace of sorrow on her face. She told them that her father was not dead. Emily therefore did not want to admit that her father was dead. After accepting his death, she had to endure life without a father. It must have been terribly hard, but she endured it. Many people also tried to help Emily