1. The theme of food in one day in the life of Ivan
Being in a camp for eight years, the harsh condition of camp life triggers Shukhov to elevate his eating to a new and profound level. ... From Shukhov's eyes, the habit of eating ritually is not merely the instinctive adjustments of a consistently undernourished man, but a complex and well-formulated strategy for survival. ... The total immersion in eating is clearly part of his well-defined strategy for his survival. ...
- Word Count: 1350
- Approx Pages: 5
- Grade Level: High School