Heller and De Bernieres uses the same background theme; However, though contrasts are apparent in their portrayal of war, their use of humour is employed differently also. ... Their main differences are clear in terms of usage of humour and theme, though at times the two novels share various methods of portrayal and subsequently need to be compared. ... The dialogue between the Chaplain and the interrogators repeats Yossarian's "question to assumption" mentality, with the conversation not progressing but humorously increasing pressure on the Chaplain: "Chaplain, of what religiou...

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