A father is a figure commonly known for his compassion and general desire for the best in his family's interest. However, this is not the case in "Barn Burning" by William Faulkner. Abner Snopes, with complete disregard for others, commits arsonist crimes in order to wreak havoc against his victims in a twisted game of hatred and complete lack of respect. His deeds force his family to move constantly. However, he is prepared for each relocation, and plans his actions carefully. Without emotion, he strikes his children and wife, and with the same lack of emotion he commits each impudent act of arson or breach of respect. Abner is vengeful, abusive, and unfeeling.

Abner is accurately portrayed as an unemotional, yet vindictive character. In the very beginning of the story, he exacts his revenge upon Mr. Harris by burning down his barn. This occurred after the forewarned Abner allowed his hog to get into Mr. Harris' corn for the third time. "…The hog got into my corn…a nigger......

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Title: The Barn
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Approximate Pages: 3 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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