Connotation Of War Analysis

To begin Perry’s journey, the author uses a short declarative syntax to develop an exposition for the novel. Also, by using repetition with the word “Muggy”, the author emphasizes the condition of the area Perry is located. Finally, the author foreshadows future conditions that Perry encounters during his time in Vietnam.
Here, the author provides an allusion to war movies in regards to gender interactions. This provides the opportunity for the author to introduce the theme that not all aspects of war are bad in contrast to the connotation of war. War is commonly seen throughout the novel as gruesome and devastating; however, in this quote we see the beauty of war through a blossoming love.
Before Perry and Pewee arrive in Vietnam, the author
This theme is enforced by the word choice of “taken away from you”. Also, throughout the novel the loss of life is a strong representation of good things never last.
While Perry is exploring during the middle of the night, the author uses a simile to introduce the motif light versus darkness when providing the imagery of the flare compared to the night sky. In addition, the author is continuing to build on the theme that not all aspects of war are bad in contrast to the connotation of war through Perry’s word choice of beautiful and brilliant.
While Perry reminisces about his basketball style, the author provides a direct characterization while introducing another theme. First, the reader establishes that Perry is a character that is athletic and confident through the in-depth word choice provided by the author including In-Your-Face and driving. Also, the author introduces the theme war changes people. To explain, Perry describes his feeling of loneliness that has developed while being a soldier. By saying that he is another person playing basketball, the reader establishes depravation in his personality as an effect of