Sun Also Rises Term Paper

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Jake Barnes is a tragic figure, one that is struggling to come to terms with himself and the society in which he lives.

Jake is like the other characters in 'The Sun Also Rises' in that he is in a society that has changed and he is struggling to find his place in it. Like the other characters, he attempts to distract himself from his problems, by leading an outwardly fun lifestyle, fueled by alcohol.

Unlike the other characters he has a sign of the changes that cannot be ignored. A war injury means that he cannot have sexual relations.
While he loves Brett and she loves him, they are unable to stay together because of his inability and so he must watch her have affairs with his friends. The struggle of this adds to his problems, with his injury a constant reminder that his place as a man is questionable.

Another thing that sets Jake apart from the others is his willingness to understand the situation. While he uses alcohol as a distraction we also see him attempt to come….....

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