Del'Vonnie - Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is significant to Wide Sargasso Sea because it represents a possible escape for women during the post-emancipation period, offering them the opportunity to find wealthy men who could provide financial security. The city attracted wealthy businessmen, making it a place associated with wealth and opportunity. This is information comes from the footnote of page 84, when Amelie is granted money and is deciding to leave. Rio illustrates class and social mobility because Amelie is suggesting to move to Rio where most rich man are. Social connections and wealth is highly influencing a woman's future. Mapping this location reveals how the history of this location deepens the plot in the Wide Sargasso Sea. Rio being connected with rich business men better explains to me on why Amelie is determined to go there. By connecting Rio's real-world history to the novel, mapping reveals how geography can help explain the characters' motivations that shape their lives.