A&P: Genre 1 key example

Key Examples in A&P

Genre
Explanation and Analysis:

“A&P” is a short story that belongs to the coming-of-age literary genre. At the opening of the story, Sammy is (however begrudgingly) following the rules of his society—at 19 years old, he has a steady job at the A&P and financially supports himself. Though he has bitter and sarcastic thoughts about the “sheep” and “houseslaves” who shop at the store—implying a desire to rebel against this sort of normative life—he still treats shoppers with respect and care.