way Cather challenges the dominant narratives of American success through the character Tiny Sodderball, a working immigrant girl who later makes a fortune during the gold rush. A majority of the novel is told through a memoir written by the character Jim Burden about his childhood friend, Antonia. Jim is the narrator of the story and the protagonist. He eventually grows up to become a successful lawyer in NY city. Antonia, Jim’s friend is a Bohemian immigrant girl. The story is set in the 19th century
it hasn’t any form”. Throughout the novel a reader can sense a slight romantic vibe. Cather’s dedication to Carrie and Irene Miner above the words “In memory of affections old and true”, further defines the romantic intent of the novel. As the narrative begins, My Ántonia comes off as a novel inspired with strong