Hills Like Whit Elephants

After reading Hills Like White Elephants you can tell that the "operation" they are talking about is an abortion. The man is trying to convince Jig that it is the right thing to do and will make everything in their lives better. She seems as though she really doesn't want to go through with it but will because he wants her too. You can tell this from the dialogue they use. For example "then I'll do it. Because I don't care about me." She just wants to be in her old happy relationship and to the man getting rid of the baby would solve all of their problems. I enjoyed reading this because its the third time I've had to read it so I really comprehend what exactly is going on. I think the use of dialogue really brings the short story to life and gives it meaning. The way they go back and forth on the subject of the operation keeps you interested in the story itself. It is an easy read but the first time I read it a bit hard to tell what exactly the operation was about. After rereading it numerous times it is quite clear. Though they never really say it, it is understood.