One must possess perseverance in order to survive. This trait is valued by some, but often overlooked in today’s society. The trait is comparable to the philosophy of “survival of the fittest”. In other words, one must keep going in order to keep going.In the short story “John Colter’s Race For Life”, Stanley Vestal paints a picture of how important perserverance really is. People must have strong minds that force them to keep moving, no matter how dismal the circumstances. John Colter’s outdoor experience, his bravery, and his quick thinking enable him to survive.
John Colter’s bravery and confidence are the characteristics that save his life. Colter works for a greedy man named Manuel Lisa, who is itching to trade with the Blackfeet. Colter …show more content…
His bravery allows him to survive the battle. “Colter threw himself prone, leveled his rifle, and picked off another painted enemy. His third shot killed the Blackfoot chiefs horse.”(45) Because of his bravery and confidence, Colter is able to defend himself and survive a dangerous situation. When Lisa orders Colter to make the journey yet again, Colter is captured by the Blackfeet. They converse among themselves about the method in which they should kill him, and settle on the “Injun Run”. Colter is confident that he can outrun the warriors. “The trapper was a swift runner. He knew that he had a chance to make “the Injun Run.” (47) Although he is not confident that he will survive, he knows that running for his life is a far better option than being killed on the spot. During his run, his confidence …show more content…
Without his intelligence, he would have not been able to formulate a plan for escape. His bravery and confidence are also of great help to him on his journey. Had he been a coward, he would not have been able to think clearly, or carry out the daring actions that aid him in his escape from the Blackfeet. Finally, Colter’s physical strength give him the power that he needs in order to travel great distances. He is able to survive because of his endurance and advanced fitness
John Colter’s bravery and confidence are the characteristics that save his life. Colter works for a greedy man named Manuel Lisa, who is itching to trade with the Blackfeet. Colter …show more content…
His bravery allows him to survive the battle. “Colter threw himself prone, leveled his rifle, and picked off another painted enemy. His third shot killed the Blackfoot chiefs horse.”(45) Because of his bravery and confidence, Colter is able to defend himself and survive a dangerous situation. When Lisa orders Colter to make the journey yet again, Colter is captured by the Blackfeet. They converse among themselves about the method in which they should kill him, and settle on the “Injun Run”. Colter is confident that he can outrun the warriors. “The trapper was a swift runner. He knew that he had a chance to make “the Injun Run.” (47) Although he is not confident that he will survive, he knows that running for his life is a far better option than being killed on the spot. During his run, his confidence …show more content…
Without his intelligence, he would have not been able to formulate a plan for escape. His bravery and confidence are also of great help to him on his journey. Had he been a coward, he would not have been able to think clearly, or carry out the daring actions that aid him in his escape from the Blackfeet. Finally, Colter’s physical strength give him the power that he needs in order to travel great distances. He is able to survive because of his endurance and advanced fitness