1. Analysis of Raymond Carver's Cathedral
First, he doesn't challenge his wife's assertions that he has no friends probably because he agrees with that assessment. He is also emotionally estranged from any self-reflection, as indicated by his near pathological need to mock or disparage almost everything. ... When Bub searches for paper, we realize that they cohabitate without sharing a life or even a bedroom. ... He is shocked to learn that Robert smokes, wears a beard, is self-reliant and has a firm handshake. ... His fingers rode my fingers as my hand went over the paper. ...
- Word Count: 894
- Approx Pages: 4
- Grade Level: High School