Anderson vs. Hemingway: 2111 Canon

Abstract

Works considered part of the literary canon are constantly up for debate, and two examples of stories that could be considered assets to it in future years are Sherwood Anderson’s “Death in the Woods” and Ernest Hemingway’s “Indian Camp.” Though the two stories have similar subject matter, they have substantial differences in narration, point-of-view, and attention to detail. Because these characteristics excel in achieving a connection with the reader in Sherwood Anderson’s story, “Death in the Woods” has more potential of being considered memorable in 2111 than Ernest Hemingway’s “Indian Camp.”