The author, David Foster Wallace, argues throughout the entire piece, contradicting himself and others many times, about whether or not it is morally correct to eat lobster. Wallace starts with giving an explanation of what lobster is, and the history of how it has been consumed. He then gives a summary of an event that takes place every year in Maine, explaining how it runs, the people that attend, and the main attractions of the event. Next, the author explains about the different types of people that attend the event, particularly PETA, an organization that is against animal cruelty. Finally, he questions what people allow themselves to believe in order to continue on with the lifestyle that they are currently
