Phoenix Jackson and the Phoenix of mythology have similar characteristics. Discuss how they are related in "A Worn Path" by Eudora Welty.

The Worn
Path bypresents an unforgettable character, Phoenix Jackson. This is an elderly woman who
demands admiration and respect.  Her task is formidable but she is driven to complete it as she
has many times before.  The reader will go along with Phoenix as she travels on her mission to
help her grandson.

The worn path is the trail that Phoenix must travel to
accomplish her goal.  It is a road full of obstacles, but Phoenix will stand up for herself and
complete her journey. Phoenixs name connects her to the mythological bird, the
Phoenix. 

The legendary Phoenix is a large scarlet and gold bird which
matures to an old age, then bursts into flames and is reborn from the ashes. Phoenix Jacksons
appearance likens her to the mythological bird. 

The description by the
author uses the color of gold running underneath her skin. Her cheeks were illuminated by a
yellow burning under the dark skin.  Her head is covered by a red rag.  Compare the birds
description...