The short story, “Truth” by W.P. Kinsella, is a humorous, yet effective fiction that is relatable and enjoyable to read. Its plot engages the reader with its use conflicts and barriers that the characters must overcome. It is told from a point of view that captivates the reader with a personal effect. “Truth” has a variety of characters, ranging in importance to the story. Its setting is realistic and allows the reader to connect and relate to the environment. Furthermore the themes within the story force the reader to think, interpret and apply them into their own life. After studying these points, it becomes apparent that “Truth” is a humorous, effective and enjoyable read.
The story begins with the main character, Silas, reminiscing …show more content…
The idea of entering the tournament came from Frank Fencepost who noticed an advertisement in the Wetaskiwin Times about a small town hockey tournament, with only a two hundred dollar entry fee and reward of one thousand dollars to the victors (Kinsella 154). Silas was unsure of entering because he had not played hockey since childhood and was skeptical of their ability to play. Although still unsure, Frank managed to convince Silas to enter a team (Kinsella 154). After the decision was made Silas and Frank visited their friend, Jasper, who was employed by Sports Canada. Jasper agreed to pay for uniforms, as well as loan them equipment and rent a school bus for them to travel in. While thinking about who may be interested in joining their hockey team, Frank and Silas consider that Hobbema was home to a hockey team in the Western Canada Junior Hockey League. Therefore, there would be players who are done their years and turned twenty-one without signing an NHL contract, leaving them with no place to play that may consider joining their team. Although they put in a valid effort, the players were not interested due to lack of personal monetary benefit (Kinsella 154). The remaining players for Frank and Silas to …show more content…
The jerseys the team received from Jasper, had an emblem of a burning wagon on the front, declaring their name as the Hobbema Wagonburners (Kinsella 154). The team declared Frank as the team manager, Silas as the assistant manager, and Mad Etta as the doctor and trainer, while Guy Lafleur, Frank’s dog, would be their mascot (Kinsella 155). While the team was traveling to the tournament in St. Edouard, they stopped in a town called Elk Point and went straight to the local bar, because most of the players on their team were severe alcoholics. This stop ended up causing them to arrive at St. Edouard an hour late for their first game. While both teams were warming up, the Wagonburners realized how outclassed and out skilled they were compared to their opponent, the St. Edouard Bashers (Kinsella 155). The Bashers had not lost a tournament game in two years, and were skilled, fast and tough. Before the game, the Canadian and French national anthems were played. Followed by roughly six priests and a bishop going to centre ice to bless a box of pucks and shake holy water in each goal crease (Kinsella 155-156). Shortly after the puck was dropped, and the Bashers gained possession and shot directly at the Wagonburners goalie, Ferd Tailfeathers.
The story begins with the main character, Silas, reminiscing …show more content…
The idea of entering the tournament came from Frank Fencepost who noticed an advertisement in the Wetaskiwin Times about a small town hockey tournament, with only a two hundred dollar entry fee and reward of one thousand dollars to the victors (Kinsella 154). Silas was unsure of entering because he had not played hockey since childhood and was skeptical of their ability to play. Although still unsure, Frank managed to convince Silas to enter a team (Kinsella 154). After the decision was made Silas and Frank visited their friend, Jasper, who was employed by Sports Canada. Jasper agreed to pay for uniforms, as well as loan them equipment and rent a school bus for them to travel in. While thinking about who may be interested in joining their hockey team, Frank and Silas consider that Hobbema was home to a hockey team in the Western Canada Junior Hockey League. Therefore, there would be players who are done their years and turned twenty-one without signing an NHL contract, leaving them with no place to play that may consider joining their team. Although they put in a valid effort, the players were not interested due to lack of personal monetary benefit (Kinsella 154). The remaining players for Frank and Silas to …show more content…
The jerseys the team received from Jasper, had an emblem of a burning wagon on the front, declaring their name as the Hobbema Wagonburners (Kinsella 154). The team declared Frank as the team manager, Silas as the assistant manager, and Mad Etta as the doctor and trainer, while Guy Lafleur, Frank’s dog, would be their mascot (Kinsella 155). While the team was traveling to the tournament in St. Edouard, they stopped in a town called Elk Point and went straight to the local bar, because most of the players on their team were severe alcoholics. This stop ended up causing them to arrive at St. Edouard an hour late for their first game. While both teams were warming up, the Wagonburners realized how outclassed and out skilled they were compared to their opponent, the St. Edouard Bashers (Kinsella 155). The Bashers had not lost a tournament game in two years, and were skilled, fast and tough. Before the game, the Canadian and French national anthems were played. Followed by roughly six priests and a bishop going to centre ice to bless a box of pucks and shake holy water in each goal crease (Kinsella 155-156). Shortly after the puck was dropped, and the Bashers gained possession and shot directly at the Wagonburners goalie, Ferd Tailfeathers.