Inspiring role models are hard to come by these days. The main, and only, reason for this shortage is that no one is perfect. An article written by Freddie Silver from Livestrong.com, describes a few of the characteristics of good role models, “A good role model has high moral values.” Silver insists, “Role models behave ethically and demonstrate honesty.” The values, expressed above, are tested by the persons in the story “Wheelbarrow Kings” by Jess Walter. The characters in “Wheelbarrow Kings” are influential characters, but not good role models due to their use of profanity and acceptance of stealing.
“Wheelbarrow Kings” is a short story about two jobless and starving men. They have a total of $12 and make the thought-provoking decision to save that money for buying meth later on instead of using it to buy their …show more content…
Most people know or can imagine to what extent they would go if they were starving. Jess Walter’s choice of words in his short story, such as, “It ain’t enough for no f*****g fish and chips.” allows us to feel the character’s frustration through the text (157). These men aren’t superstars, just ordinary people trying to find where their next meal is coming from and to feel a release from their present circumstances. It is the simple pursuit and dedication to what they began that forces readers to identify with them. They seem genuine in their journey to attain money.
How innocent and genuine they seem is overcome by their extensive use of profanity. This use of explicit words does not portray any of the characteristics of a good role model. Though it makes the characters more believable and realistic, it turns many readers away. The good morals in the story, such as, dedication, hard work, and teamwork are now overshadowed by the overuse of cursing. The constant outflow is influential to any reader. Abuse of that style does not exemplify any good morals in the
“Wheelbarrow Kings” is a short story about two jobless and starving men. They have a total of $12 and make the thought-provoking decision to save that money for buying meth later on instead of using it to buy their …show more content…
Most people know or can imagine to what extent they would go if they were starving. Jess Walter’s choice of words in his short story, such as, “It ain’t enough for no f*****g fish and chips.” allows us to feel the character’s frustration through the text (157). These men aren’t superstars, just ordinary people trying to find where their next meal is coming from and to feel a release from their present circumstances. It is the simple pursuit and dedication to what they began that forces readers to identify with them. They seem genuine in their journey to attain money.
How innocent and genuine they seem is overcome by their extensive use of profanity. This use of explicit words does not portray any of the characteristics of a good role model. Though it makes the characters more believable and realistic, it turns many readers away. The good morals in the story, such as, dedication, hard work, and teamwork are now overshadowed by the overuse of cursing. The constant outflow is influential to any reader. Abuse of that style does not exemplify any good morals in the