University of South Florida Greasy Lake by Coraghessan Boyle Discussion

Question Description

After reading “Greasy Lake” and “The Things They Carried,” discuss the following:

“Greasy Lake” is written in the first person, but “The Things They Carried” is written in third person, oscillating between sections that refer to the entire platoon, as if seen from a distance, and sections that instead home in on a single focal character or consciousness. Usually, the consciousness is Jimmy Cross’s, but not always.

For this discussion, explore how point of view and narration shape these stories’ effects and meaning. Be specific for each story.

Word count between 150-200 words

Based on stories “Greasy Lake” by T. Coraghessan Boyle & “The Things They Carried” by Tim O’ Brien.

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