The Effects of the Vietnam War in The Red Cabriolet of... effects of the Vietnam War against Native American families, which reflected the existing situation of Native Americans at that time. Erdrich is of Chippewa Indian descent and is well known for her psychological depth in literature. In the story “Red Convertible,” we (as readers) follow Lyman as he recounts the happy times of his youth until the tragic death of his brother. Two young brothers, Lyman and Henry go on an adventure with their new red convertible. During this journey, they form a deep bond as brothers. The red convertible is a symbol of their relationship, it reflects the state of the brothers' relationship as it rises and falls. Their bond relaxes when Henry is drafted into the war and returns a different person. Louise uses her story to help today's readers understand the effects of war on families in the 1970s. The character Lyman is Henry's younger brother. From a young age, Lyman always knew how to take care of himself. Lyman describes himself as “lucky” and having the talent to “always make money” (306). At fifteen, he started as a simple dishwasher at the Joliet Café. He managed to become owner of the restaurant at sixteen, but tragedy struck and Lyman lost everything. Lyman was an intelligent young man, he had taken over the restaurant. His characteristics are those of a boy who is trying to grow up too fast. He seems to be in a hurry, trying to catch up with someone. Does he compare himself to his older brother Henry? Or could he just be training to take care of the family, foreshadowing Henry's departure. Henry is Lyman's older brother...... middle of paper ...... Staff rce mental health, burnout, and other organizational-related issues Findings." Journal Of Occupational Health Psychology 16.1 (2011) : 3-17. PsycARTICLES Web May 5, 2014. Sherman, M.D., Sautter, F., Lyons, J.A., Manguno-Mire, G., Han, X., Perry, D., and Sullivan, G. (2005). . Mental Health Needs of Cohabiting Partners of Vietnam Veterans with Combat-Related PTSD, 56(9), 1150-2. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/213070832?accountid. =8366Aldwin, CM, Levenson, MR and Spiro, A. (1994) Vulnerability and resilience to combat exposure: can stress have lifelong effects Psychology and Aging, 9, 34– 44.Works CitedAuthorLastName, First name. Title of the book referenced. Name of the publisher, year Type of medium (for example, printing). Print.

Essay / The Effects of the Vietnam War in The Red Cabriolet of... effects of the Vietnam War against Native American families, which reflected the existing situation of Native Americans at that time. Erdrich is of Chippewa Indian descent and is well known for her psychological depth in literature. In the story “Red Convertible,” we (as readers) follow Lyman as he recounts the happy times of his youth until the tragic death of his brother. Two young brothers, Lyman and Henry go on an adventure with their new red convertible. During this journey, they form a deep bond as brothers. The red convertible is a symbol of their relationship, it reflects the state of the brothers' relationship as it rises and falls. Their bond relaxes when Henry is drafted into the war and returns a different person. Louise uses her story to help today's readers understand the effects of war on families in the 1970s. The character Lyman is Henry's younger brother. From a young age, Lyman always knew how to take care of himself. Lyman describes himself as “lucky” and having the talent to “always make money” (306). At fifteen, he started as a simple dishwasher at the Joliet Café. He managed to become owner of the restaurant at sixteen, but tragedy struck and Lyman lost everything. Lyman was an intelligent young man, he had taken over the restaurant. His characteristics are those of a boy who is trying to grow up too fast. He seems to be in a hurry, trying to catch up with someone. Does he compare himself to his older brother Henry? Or could he just be training to take care of the family, foreshadowing Henry's departure. Henry is Lyman's older brother...... middle of paper ...... Staff rce mental health, burnout, and other organizational-related issues Findings." Journal Of Occupational Health Psychology 16.1 (2011) : 3-17. PsycARTICLES Web May 5, 2014. Sherman, M.D., Sautter, F., Lyons, J.A., Manguno-Mire, G., Han, X., Perry, D., and Sullivan, G. (2005). . Mental Health Needs of Cohabiting Partners of Vietnam Veterans with Combat-Related PTSD, 56(9), 1150-2. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/213070832?accountid. =8366Aldwin, CM, Levenson, MR and Spiro, A. (1994) Vulnerability and resilience to combat exposure: can stress have lifelong effects Psychology and Aging, 9, 34– 44.Works CitedAuthorLastName, First name. Title of the book referenced. Name of the publisher, year Type of medium (for example, printing). Print.

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