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Analysis on “The Things They Carried”

Introduction

Everyone is unpleased with the thought of indulging in a war. Many think that it's game of blood and violence and does not have any authentic or fair reason behind, but the author Tim O' Brien has shown a very different aspect of a war. According to him, it is the evaluation of a person, which brings out all the good and bad characteristics, making him understand himself. It helps them identifying their reasons and believes for fighting. Some might be comfortable with the thought of fighting for their loved ones. For others it might be for the betterment of the society. In this story, the author has shared his perspectives related to the impact of wars on the lives of warriors.

Discussion

Purpose of the Text

The purpose here is not to tell a tale about the Vietnam War, but the author's purpose is to explore the concerns, one might come across while being a part of the war. Some might become successful in identifying their purpose of fighting and others might remain confused even after the end of the war. The author portraits his thought that the wars are eye openers for soldiers and help them to explore themselves. The author in the story narrates the following, which shows his expressions related to the war.

“You don't know. When I'm out there at night I feel close to my own body, I can feel my blood moving, my skin and fingernails, everything, it's like I'm full of electricity and I'm glowing in the dark - I'm on fire almost - I'm burning away into nothing - but it doesn't matter because I know exactly who I am.” (Tom O'Brien, The Things They Carried).

Reflection of the society

The story reflects the scenario prevailed in American society. This ...