Moreover, Miss Julia halfway understands why. Her last words are in a death bed letter to Judge Moody. Given adequate space for reflection, the human condition produces a better understanding and clearer definition of identity. We are all outsiders at some point in time whether we exclude ourselves or are excluded by others. Survival and personal growth need room to breathe.
Isolation answers the call.
She is removed from the family biologically and appears connected only in her readiness as the teacher, to enlighten their uneducated minds, by serving them up a helping of knowledge. This unpopularity is Miss Julia's battle. Miss Julia Mortimer takes pride in herself and her career. In her life and now in death, Miss Julia reaches out with passion. She calls to her students and the community to do the same.