Absolutely True Diary Of A Part Time Indian Analysis

In Sherman Alexie’s novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, Alexie brings the reader on a journey through the main character, Arnold Spirit. Arnold a.k.a Junior, is a teenage Spokane Indian who chose to attend Reardan High School in a neighboring town. With his decision to attend Reardan high school Junior soon became a traitor to his tribe. During this time Junior endured difficulties with who he is as a person. Eventually, Junior starts to learn that he needs to move on with his life and escape from all the negativity surrounding him. The need for escaping negativities of one’s life is common among many. But with the right decisions and hope for moving on one could grow as an individual. As they gain a fresh perspective of

With Junior’s town being affected by alcoholism and poverty, his choice for getting a better source of education allows him to start making a better life for himself. The advice for this decision was given by his former teacher Mr.P. who said, ”You fought off all the drunks..kept your hope. And now...take your hope and go somewhere other people have hope.” The need to escape a toxic situation helped Junior to see a different perspective in his life. As his friend Rowdy and all the drunks in his rez, stifled and hindered his individual growth. This being because Rowdy and the drunks didn't want anything to change. So when the decision was made to move on with life, and form new healthy relationships Junior gots the feeling of being set free. This helped to change his mindset to being in control of his life, thus allowing control for good or bad situations. As Junior states, “...every choice I make is important...it can be the difference between being happy and being miserable.” With many people experiencing a similar decision in their life, one could relate to this need for escape in order to grow as an