Making mistakes and errors are a part of human nature. A serious blunder can scar someone for life. No one likes to look foolish or unintelligent because even the smallest flaw affects one’s self esteem. The aspect of embarrassment in life is prominent in many works of literature. In “One the Rainy River”, Tim O’Brien explains the crisis that causes him humiliation when he is drafted into the Vietnam War. O’Brien uses precise diction such as, “embarrassment,” ”confession,” and “shame” to convey a shameful tone towards the aspect of embarrassment in life (O’brien). O’brien’s usage of the word “embarrassment” brings out a shameful tone towards embarrassment (O’Brien). From the beginning, he explains to readers he has never told anyone his story
