Question

What post-civil war view about war does stephen crane’s story “an episode of war” convey? war is a battle between good and evil. war strengthens bonds among participants. war brings out the best in people. war is harsh and unjust?

Answer 1

I believe the answer is: war is harsh and unjust.

Answer 2

Answer:

War harsh and unjust.

Explanation:

An army lieutenant is shot while sipping and serving coffee, he sees blood on his sleeve. He thinks about existence as well as the meaning of life. He leaves to find medical attention only to be disappointed by the treatment, dislike and distrust of the doctors and medical staff.

His arm is finally amputated because of  delayed treatment as infection sets, as he himself prevented the doctors from treating him in a timely manner. He believes that is amputation is an ordinary experience shared by many who are condemned to a lifetime of suffering, just “an episode of war.”