The Rattler is a short story written by American author, James Lasdun, that explores themes of morality, decision-making, and the complexities of human nature. Set in a desert landscape, the story revolves around a man who encounters a rattlesnake while out for a walk and...
The conflict between man and nature dates back to the beginning of time, when Satan in the form of a snake tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. “The Rattler” tells the story of a man torn between his morals and sense of...
Adaptation is the Key to Survival Every action requires an equal and opposite reaction. However one may not know the right time to make an action. In some instances sitting and waiting can be disastrous. One may find that to deal with his or her...
The Rattler takes the reader on the mental journey that the narrator experiences. Throughout the excerpt, he travels great distances in his mind’s eye, ending up in places he didn’t even know were there. The encounter of a snake which poses a threat to his...