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The Outsiders By S. E. Hinton: Character Analysis

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“Nothing can wear you out like caring about people ” This quote by S.E. Hinton well describes Darry’s situation in the outsiders. S.E. HInton, the author of the book, characterized Darry uniquely. He worked and took care of his family all the time. Not only did he have to take care of his brothers, but the gang as well. He was the leader of the gang and held them together. Darry was like the parent of the group and cared about them. Having to take over his family and the gang shaped his characteristics. The gang needed Darry so that they would have someone to turn to when life at home with their parents was rough. They changed him from someone who may have been at college, to someone tough. S.E. Hinton, the author of The Outsiders, characterizes

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