Power of Power Essay - 1170 Words

Among the most complex systems is a simple yet overwhelming desire for an establishment of power, if one(it?) does not already exist. Power can be greedy, selfish, aggressive, but also a necessity for order and peace. It is always controlling. It has existed since the beginning of time and will continue to play a vital role in the lives of all, forever. In literature, power can be depicted in a variety of ways, affecting different numbers of people and things. Margaret Atwood’s â€Å"Helen of Troy Does Countertop Dancing†, Toni Cade Bambara’s â€Å"The Lesson†, Henrik Ibsen’s â€Å"A Doll’s House†, and Alice Walker’s â€Å"Everyday Use† each uniquely examine the influence of power in their characters’ lives. The roots from which power takes place, the depths†¦show more content†¦Torvald treats his wife irrationally, as he places himself above her. He calls her names that make her seem small, such as  "helpless little creature† (Isben 589) and â€Å"child.† (590). Nora is submissive to his dominant commands, and obeys him, possibly because she is fearful of losing him or her life. Krogstad, though, has the upper hand due to the financial loan and debt that Nora has withheld from her husband. Krogstad blackmails Nora with a letter that he threatens to give her husband if she does not fix his problems with Torvald. Nora feels obligated to both men, for the welfare of herself and her family to do as they say. Of course, with an excessive amount of power comes conflict. The extent to which power drives one to their breaking point can be directly connected to their attachment to the individual controlling them. For Nora, the guilt, fear and stress that grew within her push her to new extremes. As she put her full trust in Krogstad and her life in the hands of her family, she realizes she can no longer handle her dissatisfaction in the games they play with her heart. She c ontemplates suicide, to permanently terminate the power exerted over her, but is reminded by Krogstad that he would â€Å"still have [Torvald] completely in power† (Isben 588). Instead, she decides to live her life by leaving her husband and children, after telling Torvald â€Å"It’s your fault I’ve done nothing with my life† (597) and wanting more than a superficial relationship. The valiantShow MoreRelatedPower And Influence Of Power1238 Words   |  5 PagesPower and Influence Power and influence go together because power is influence. There is no greater power than having the ability to influence an individual, group of people, or situation. Leaders, followers and the situation can have influence and obtain power at some point. There are five sources of leader power that are used. These sources have been used in situations that I have personally handled. I have also seen these used, by observing some of my leaders. 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