In "An Old-Fashioned Story" written by Laurie Corwin, Corwin describes Elizabeth Leopold as "rebellious, spunky, and passionate" (63). In her story these three characteristics are not only shown throughout Elizabeth's childhood but throughout her adulthood as well.

As a child her rebellious nature is revealed through her secretiveness. Because Elizabeth's parents, especially her mother, Mrs. Leopold, were so controlling, she concealed her thoughts, feelings, and most of her outside life from her parents. She does not bother to tell Mrs. Leopold how she feels about Nelson or how upset she is with her parents for pushing her on him. As an adult, her rebellious nature comes alive at the Rodker's annual Christmas Party. Mrs. Leopold asks Elizabeth why she has not spoken to Harriet. Elizabeth tells her mother that "Harriet can go to hell" (69). Elizabeth rebels against her parents not just because they are so controlling, but also because...