A question from the naive reader...

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I've recently read "Just Before the War with the Eskimos" and I've found
myself a bit puzzled by some of the characters actions in the stories.  For
example, why exactly did Ginnie decide to get up and leave the the Graff's?
Was is simply because she was frightened by Selena's brother or is their
something I'm missing?  Also, what's the big symbolism with the half cut
sandwich in her pocket?  I'd appreciate if some of you would share your veiws
with me on those two questions.

While I'm on the topic of Selena's brother Franklin (that's his name right?)
I'd like to discuss his relation (at least personality wise) to Holden
Caufield.  To me they seem to be the same type of bitter, depressed character.
Both make similar statements about people and  "goddam" is a word that both
like to use.  If anyone else would like to continue this discussion I'd be
delighted to hear your opinions.
                                                                      Matt

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