Fatalism (monkeys Paw Shory Story)
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Julie Cardenas
September 20th, 2006
In literature we often find themes that can be related to real life. “The Monkeys Paw”, a short work, uses the theme of Fatalism to drive the story. However, this is a fictional work and Fate has no relevance in life.
It is not difficult to see why people believe in destiny when movies, and books, use the romance of fate to sell their product. People have always emulated whats popular, and when the idea of fate is being pushed into scripts and stories people begin to blur the line between fiction and reality. In “The Monkeys Paw”, the author makes the characters fear interfering with their destinies. If people were to refrain from trying to change their futures, then our society would be one in which no one would strive for self improvement, leading to an unprosperous human population.
By giving a credence to fate we impose that we, as individuals, are incapable of making decisions for ourselves. People may also use their belief in Fate as an excuse for failing to change certain events. If one believes that everything happens because of a greater force, they will be unable to see the potential within themselves. The enchanted paw in the story doesnt determine the future of its owners, rather it assists them in changing their lives. Even though the changes that