Margaret Lawrence's character in "Stone Angel", Hagar Shipley, has numerous characteristics that remain dominant throughout the novel. Among them are pride and stubborness and a desire for strength and independence. As well, Hagar also has qualities such as intelligence, neatness and a belief in the importance of manners that continue throughout her life. All of these traits shape and mold the story of Hagar's life. Hagar's pride and stubborness are consistently influential throughout her life. …showed first 75 words of 558 total…

…showed last 75 words of 558 total…in shaping the events in her life and the reactions of the people around her. Many of these characteristics cause her grief and anguish. The Stone Angel is a story of a woman with relentless pride and stubborness. She modelled herself by the stern virtues of her ancestors, and was deepened by the smaller characteristics such as intelligence and politeness. All of Hagar's attributes and flaws aide in making her an original and interesting character.