Hunting is viewed as a sport by many, but a game by few. It is a measurement of the wits of man versus the instincts of animals, and often times the mental strength of humans overcomes the physical strength of animals. In the past hunting was used as a means for survival, but today you can drive to the nearest grocery store and purchase your meat faster than you can load your rifle. Therefore, hunting is used more for recreational enjoyment than necessity. Many people in today's society use hunting as a form of entertainment, while others condone, but do not partake in this sport due to their appreciation of the animal kingdom. For example, I have always been sensitive to animals. I would go see any and every horror movie you can find, but you want me to watch a 3 minute
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Although not everyone views animal life the same way I do, the vast majority of the world does view human life the same: of great value.
This is what makes "The Most Dangerous Game" so interesting - the contrast to normality that it portrays. This story severely intrigued me. It presents the story of a hunter by the name of Sanger
Rainsford, and his adversary General Zaroff who keeps him trapped on his killer island, and forces him to take part in his "game" of hunting. The only difference between the General's hunting, and Rainsford's is that Zaroff hunts humans. Evaluating the psychological traits of the characters is what peaks my interest the most. For example, you can see the evolution of
Rainsford's character from the beginning of the story to the end. He begins as a skilled, experienced hunter. He is young yet has accomplished much, and he is known by many. He is one of the select few that view hunting as a game. Animal life is of no value to him. He would take the life of any animal just as fast as he would pick a weed from his yard. He believes in survival of the fittest and views hunting as a means to practice that. When he meets
Although not everyone views animal life the same way I do, the vast majority of the world does view human life the same: of great value.
This is what makes "The Most Dangerous Game" so interesting - the contrast to normality that it portrays. This story severely intrigued me. It presents the story of a hunter by the name of Sanger
Rainsford, and his adversary General Zaroff who keeps him trapped on his killer island, and forces him to take part in his "game" of hunting. The only difference between the General's hunting, and Rainsford's is that Zaroff hunts humans. Evaluating the psychological traits of the characters is what peaks my interest the most. For example, you can see the evolution of
Rainsford's character from the beginning of the story to the end. He begins as a skilled, experienced hunter. He is young yet has accomplished much, and he is known by many. He is one of the select few that view hunting as a game. Animal life is of no value to him. He would take the life of any animal just as fast as he would pick a weed from his yard. He believes in survival of the fittest and views hunting as a means to practice that. When he meets