Phineas and Gene’s relationship was a poor one, built on envy, lies, and the imaginary. This destructive relationship harmed both of them physically and mentally, and the author, John Knowles, relates to readers who endure similar relationships while growing up. He tried to show the readers what can come of a friendship where competition is the focus and how that kind of relationship can affect a person. A Separate Peace is an old tale about human nature in friendships and rivalries, and how the two seemingly opposites work hand in hand, like Gene and Phineas. No matter the age of the novel, the message will always remain the same; every individual is entitled to act, speak, and portray their own values on their own accord, even if these actions are not favored by
Phineas and Gene’s relationship was a poor one, built on envy, lies, and the imaginary. This destructive relationship harmed both of them physically and mentally, and the author, John Knowles, relates to readers who endure similar relationships while growing up. He tried to show the readers what can come of a friendship where competition is the focus and how that kind of relationship can affect a person. A Separate Peace is an old tale about human nature in friendships and rivalries, and how the two seemingly opposites work hand in hand, like Gene and Phineas. No matter the age of the novel, the message will always remain the same; every individual is entitled to act, speak, and portray their own values on their own accord, even if these actions are not favored by