In “The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst, the narrator is an abuser in his relationship with his brother Doodle. For example, the narrator states that it is terrible having an invalid brother and that he plans to kill Doodle by smothering Doodle with a pillow. This statement shows that the narrator is ashamed at having a brother who is handicapped and who is different from the other children. It is understandable that the narrator is upset, but since the narrator only knows that Doodle is physically challenged, and nothing about how Doodle’s characteristics are, planning to already murder Doodle can be considered to be a despicable and cruel deed. In addition, the narrator makes Doodle go through rigorous exercises often, even despite being aware
