Determination In The Princess Bride By William Goldman

Determination
The weakest tree may withstand the strongest of winds because of its roots alone. Although this may seem unbelievable, this hidden core power is present in even the weakest of people. It is shown despite the most difficult backgrounds, challenging roadblocks, and strenuous lifestyles. These people vary from having great fears, physical challenges, or no support from loved ones. No matter what challenges materialize, this incredible will-power emerges from within and persists to the very end. People with this amazing resilience are analyzed throughout William Goldman’s novel, The Princess Bride. No matter their position in life, whether it is a giant, a farm boy, or an orphan, these characters endure every trial life throws at

However, fate favors the determined. Even in the most dire of circumstances, determination can conquer any opponent. Even a giant, deadly snake. On page 297 in Goldman’s novel, this snake wraps itself around Fezzik and Inigo, squeezing so tightly breathing is impossible. Inigo is desperate and tells Fezzik he wanted to tell him rhymes. When Inigo is no longer able to breathe, Fezzik declares, “You’re not going anywhere until I know those rhymes,” and breaks free from the snake’s squeeze. Fezzik’s determination to hear Inigo’s rhymes motivates him to use his strength against the snake. What saves Fezzik and Inigo is pure will-power. Even though all the odds were against the friends, they still conquered because of determination. Despite challenges and roadblocks, determination can truly conquer over any

Although this may seem like a reasonable choice of action, failure is the consequence of giving up. Failure was not an option for Inigo Montoya. He had worked his whole life to take revenge on the man who killed his father. When faced with this opportunity, Inigo was wounded and could have easily given up, never fulfilling his dream. However, “Inigo shoved his fist deeper into himself, [and said] ‘Hello my name is Inigo Montoya; you killed my father, prepare to die.’” (Goldman, 348). Instead of giving up, Inigo adapts to his wound and continues to push through to the end. This resilience carries him to success, when he revenges his father’s death. Even when he is on the brink of death, Inigo succeeds because of his resilience. Giving up automatically means failure, but pushing through to achieve dreams is followed by success. These dreams fuel determination to the very end - even past death. When Westley is dead, it seems that all is lost. However, Westley is determined to be with his true love, Buttercup. Even when all hope is lost, Miracle Max asks, “What’s so important? What’s here worth coming back for?” and Westley replies, “Tr...ooooo...luv…” (Goldman, 313-314). True love is fueling Westley’s determination to live again. It is this immense desire that reunites Westley with his love. Although it seems inconceivable, determination can overcome even death when fueled with