When comparing the short story "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver to my life experience of joining the military, there are similarities and differences shown in symbolism, conflict and setting. ... This is why I chose the short story "Catherdral" by Raymond Carver. ...

• Word Count: 1132
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Change in The Eye of the Beholder Raymond Carver delivers an intriguing look into the faults of one man in his story "Cathedral", and how someone completely unexpected influenced him. Carver's character that changes is predisposed to inane ideas of blind people in general. ...

• Word Count: 935
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School