Fighting Society
In “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell, General Zaroff tries to justify his malevolent actions in the insidious game through his distorted view on the value of human life. Zaroff first establishes that life is for the strong not the weak. Rainsford has just found out what Zaroff hunts on his secluded island and objectively exclaims that they are still men. These sailors may not have the same skill in hunting as Zaroff, but that does not mean they don’t have a value in life. Next, the general claims that he treats his captives with respect, arguing that the men receive good food and turn out in splendid physical condition from his program. However, these men are still held against their will on the island; in a way
