Though the particular incident of the Indian man's suicide is not incessantly brought up during the duration of each short story, the issue of death is a recurring theme. ... It is a rude awakening when it is realized that the main warden from the south has no intention of sending Nick to reform school, but rather is out to kill the young boy. ...

• Word Count: 1254
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate