One Mile Of Ice
In the short story "One Mile of Ice", Hugh Garner creates a character Ralph Marsden, who becomes responsible of a tragedy that would put his brother in-law's and as well as his own life at risk. Ralph is to blame for the tragedy for he insists on crossing the ice despite of the terrible weather. Also, his consummation of alcohol influences him to make bad decisions. Last of all he fails to recognize hints and signs that could have prevented the mishap. While some might say Pete's selfishness on the ice is to blame for this accident, Ralph is liable for he's more experienced living in New Brunswick.
Ralph holds responsibility for the incident because he makes an irrational decision. His pride in crossing the ice first only pushes him closer to his death. "I've always wanted to be first to cross by sleigh this year"(16). Ralph wants to cross the ice first despite many risks involve. The weather is also worsening; however Ralph still wants continue. The weather indicates that it is a......
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