The Bell Jar: Chapter 17-18

Throughout the book Esther has had problems with herself and with other people. She's battled depression & suicide, and the people & society don't help with those issues. It appears as if the bell jar is representative of Esther's depression. The bell jar keeps her trapped and makes it impossible for her to escape her depression. The bell jar kept her down and it even drove her to attempt suicide multiple times. I think it's possible for Esther to get out from the bell jar but I doubt she'll ever be able to escape it. The bell jar is kind of like the blues...it's always going to be with her.