The Price Of Salt By Patricia Highsmith -

Much of the tension arises from the disparity between Therese’s working-class struggle and Carol’s mid-century luxury [1].

This guide covers the essentials of 1952 groundbreaking novel, The Price of Salt (also known as Carol ). 1. Context & Significance The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith

Carol’s former lover and loyal friend, who serves as a bridge between Carol’s past and present. 4. Themes to Explore Much of the tension arises from the disparity

Highsmith based the character of Carol on a blonde woman in a mink coat she saw while working at Bloomingdale’s during the 1948 Christmas rush [2, 5]. 2. Plot Summary 5]. 2. Plot Summary