To Janie Stark, a beautiful young African American woman growing up after the Civil War, love in marriage is vital. After her experience under the pear tree she becomes frustrated by her mothers decision to make her marry Logan due to the stability he offers. Yet Janie never comes to love him, and so she leaves him for a passionate traveler. The stark contrast in the two marriages reveal the different views of the purpose of marriage and how, with the move toward a more free society, these views change. Nanny’s decision for Janie was due to her love for her and hopes that she would live better, due to the security offered by Logan. Marriage in this sense was used to move your family up in society. Janie, more independent growing up then Nanny, wishes to marry for love, caring little about stability. This shift is portrayed today, as marriage in America is no longer arranged. This transition can also be seen as countries around the world; specifically Muslim countries are slowly allowing their people more independence.
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