Stream of Consciousness

-a style of writing that portrays the inner (often chaotic) workings of a character's mind- At the end of chapter four Jake is lying in bed thinking to himself and it is revealed to the audience that Jake fought in World War I and suffered a battle wound that has made it impossible for him to have sex. It is for this reason that Brett will not marry him. This literary technique is very useful. the reader learned about Jake's past and his relationship with Brett. Also we learn a little about Brett's personality and where her priorities lie. I find it very odd that although Brett is hurting Jake over and over (emotionally) with her flings with other men, Jake is always with her and seeking her out. Brett says she loves Jake but she obviously does not or she wouldn't have the strength to hurt Jake repeatedly and she would be able to give up her immoral lifestyle to be with him.