Carver does not shy away from depicting the disease in all its ugly dimensions. Even stories that don't directly address alcoholism involve drinking in some capacity. "Where I'm Calling From" takes place in a rehabilitation facility and "Chef's House" involves an alcoholic in recovery. Alcoholism is among the most prominent figures across all his stories. When writing about such matters in his work, it is evident that they are deeply personal. Though he portrays them as hard-working, he also does not shy aware from issues of domestic abuse and alcoholism.Ĭarver's own struggles with alcohol are well-documented, as is the physical abuse directed towards his own wife. He writes about the lives of chimney sweeps and factory workers, the humble people who so often are forgotten. Such plights and blights became the backbone of most of his work. Hailing from a poor working class background, Carver remained acutely aware of the problems facing Americans of the middle and lower classes. Written by people who wish to remain anonymousĬarver's body of work can, and should, be read for its socio-political connotations. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.
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