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Journeys End - R.C.Sherriff - "Character of Stanhope"

Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 04:02:21
Category: / Literature / European Literature
Length: 3 pages (957 words)
"Is Stanhope the hero of Journey's End?" Explore the ways in which Sheriff presents the character of Stanhope "How is the dear young boy? Still drinking like a fish, as usual?" The character of Stanhope is introduced by Hardy in Act 1, without him actually making an appearance. Osborne shows respect to Stanhope and is clearly angry and annoyed by the way Hardy is dismissive of Stanhope's ability. Already, we are presented with two contrasting views …
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…continually uses these techniques and we are left feeling totally in awe of Stanhope's fine comradeship, born leader skills and compassionate love to all in his battalion. Although Stanhope "likes a good drink" his weaknesses are overlooked by his dedication, loyalty and perseverance. Stanhope has suffered the dreadful conditions of trench warfare but still "goes on sticking it, month in, month out". In the eyes of his men "there isn't a man to touch him".
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