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“Barn Burning” by William Faulkner In William Faulkner’s “Barn Burning” the character of Sartoris, the youngest son, is brought out by revealing how he is somewhat torn regarding his loyalty towards his father and his own feelings and beliefs. Sarty undoubtedly was a very brave young man who had lived many years observing the despicable and tormented actions of his father. Faulkner begins and ends the setting of the story in the same era. It appears that the community is small and consists of farmers and croppers. This was illustrated when he describes the smelly store where the Justice’s office is located. It was also during the time when blacks were openly referred to as niggers. The narrator mentions that Abner was a man who fought in the war and may have spent several years on the battle field. Perhaps this would be an indication as to why his behavior was so belligerent at times. This could also explain his leg injury. Abner could have very well been a man who was mentally scorned by the fighting and the casualties that wars bring. Abner is not only a devious man but he also appears to be lazy or maybe he just had an I don’t care attitude. For instance, the incident with Mr. Harris started because Abner’s hog kept getting out and going to Mr.
Approximate Word count = 873
Approximate Pages = 3.5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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