... but rather helps the patients in Craig Lockhart who would normally end up mistreated. Barker chooses to show how her characters are in conflict by showing their doubts and having them then fight back against these, reaffirming their beliefs The main character in 'One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest' is said to be McMurphy. McMurphy he portrayed as very rowdy, and is very determined to change the daily routine set in the asylum by 'The Combine'. Unlike all the other patients, who appear to be repressed and prohibited to freedom, McMurphy symbolizes hope and creates anarchy amongst the society. Although he doesn't present anarchy within the society, Siegfried Sassoon also disagrees with the society he is surrounded by. During his time in the war, he chose to rebel against its actions and motifs. He strictly stands by his beliefs and does not let people attempt to change his views in ...

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