In A Thousand Acres by Jane Smiley innate evil becomes evident in certain characters that has been held in their bodies for many years. ... Because these characters live in a dysfunctional family, deeper enmity and vengeance tend to prevail among the characters. ... He did not want to take away this swimming hole deliberately to hurt his children. ... All of the characters do not set out to hurt others. ... Unfortunately, ambition blinds these characters and they cannot see the harm they cause their families at the sa me time. ...

• Word Count: 2950
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School