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A light at the end of the tunnel The three powerful stories including “The Intruders” by Saki, All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque and All Quiet on the Front Western John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men describes the impact that friendship and companionship, or the lack thereof, can have. Hector Hugh Munro, better known as Saki, was born in Burma while it was under the control of the British Empire. Towards the start of the First World War, Munro was enlisted in King Edward's 2nd Horse as a soldier at the age of 43. He soon reached the highest ranks and fought for many years. Unfortunately, in November 1916, Munro was shot by a German sniper and died near France. His struggle was not only through the physical tribulations of war, but also through the social stigma of being homosexual during the times of World War I. Tragically, at the time, it was an unacceptable lifestyle and was despised by society. Similar to the adversities of war, Remarque also fought in World War I, but on the German side. He enlisted at the age of 18 and later suffered shrapnel wounds in his leg, arm and neck. Her struggles didn't stop there as she had to deal with the immense pain of losing her sister. His death was a punishment for Remarque due to the portrayal of Germans in his literature. While Steinbeck did not go through the same experiences of war and loss as the other two authors, he did experience his fair share of hardships. Steinbeck won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1962 but was heavily criticized as many people believed he did not deserve the award, regardless of his many successes such as "The Grapes of Wrath". All revered and respected men have shared a common theme throughout their lives, one of which is the impact of...... middle of paper......and that having a goal in mind can create a eternal friendship. Three pieces of dynamic literature, the desperate but hopeful characters bravely endure the struggles to realize their dreams while experiencing the pain of desolation and the fulfilling happiness of a friendly companion. Through hostile resentment, the intense revulsion created by generations of territorial disputes tears apart two vengeful enemies, Ulrich and Georg, in Saki's gripping tale. While in Remarque's bloody war novel, the sheer terror of battle brutally slaughters the once innocent minds of soldiers as they undergo changes to their hearts and souls within. Though impervious to the influence of the ranch's reclusive residents, as they seek their shared aspirations, George and Lennie form an unconquerable friendship in Steinbeck's disastrous novel..