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  • Essay / Richard C. Morais The importance of women in Hassan...

    In particular, Morais portrays Madame Mallory as Hassan's second teacher who mentors Hassan and ultimately sets Hassan up for success after Ammi can no longer foster herself the success of Hassan. For example, after Hassan leaves the management of Ammi, he begins working with Madame Mallory who "constantly urges Hassan to work hard and absorb as much as possible" (135). Although Hassan learned many cooking skills just from watching Ammi as a child, Madame Mallory has much more to teach Hassan. Thus, Madame Mallory mentors Hassan and dives deeper into the art of cooking with him, teaching him deeper details about cooking, which ultimately furthers his success as he gains knowledge unknown to him. Throughout the mentoring process, “[Madame Mallory] was there for Hassan and would help him in any way she could” (135). Mrs. Mallory “was ready to answer all of Hassan’s questions, no matter how childish and basic” (141). Hassan gains extensive culinary knowledge and receives answers to all questions during his mentorship with Madame Mallory, regardless of their academic level. Through mentorship, Hassan flourishes as a leader, allowing Madame Mallory to position Hassan for success. For example, one day, Mrs. Mallory said to Hassan: “I have taught you what I can. Now we have to season” (155). Hassan learns so much from Madam Mallory that she now wants Hassan to put his