All humans have experienced physical and mental pain, but the character never realizes that the characters in the novels are humans too. The authors of these novels are writing about what they know, conflict and human suffering. Alexander Solzhenitsyn's One Day in the Life Ivan Denisovich and Albert Camus" The Plague are perfect examples of the capacity of human suffering in society. ... As well the character Cottard suffers, but mentally inward. ... Solzhenitsyn, Alexander. ...

• Word Count: 1505
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

In The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka and One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich by Alexander Solzhenitsyn, there are many themes depicted in both novels that intertwine with each other. ... Gregor felt that he is losing a part of his identity as a human. ... There is no fight left in each of the characters it is stripped from them by the oppression of authority. ... Gregor's family stops caring about him. ... Starting at the living areas, to daily routines of both characters power is exerted over everyday life. ...

• Word Count: 1502
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School