This is a good example of how superstition or preconceived notions can affect people's ability to think rationally.
A man comes walking into the camp needing some assistance. Just because he is "different" the men begin to fear he is the reason for several things that go wrong. He eventually shows himself to be an asset thereby breaking down some barriers that are the result of superstitions, legends, and prejudice.
The story line also addresses how a person feels if they are displaced for whatever reason. People who find self worth in being productive can become very saddened and perhaps even depressed when they can no longer do the task they were entrusted with. Wishbone expresses he feels useless when both hands are scalded with hot water. He is unable to cook and the stranger serves up some very tasty meals. All wishbone can do is watch and listen.
A man comes walking into the camp needing some assistance. Just because he is "different" the men begin to fear he is the reason for several things that go wrong. He eventually shows himself to be an asset thereby breaking down some barriers that are the result of superstitions, legends, and prejudice.
The story line also addresses how a person feels if they are displaced for whatever reason. People who find self worth in being productive can become very saddened and perhaps even depressed when they can no longer do the task they were entrusted with. Wishbone expresses he feels useless when both hands are scalded with hot water. He is unable to cook and the stranger serves up some very tasty meals. All wishbone can do is watch and listen.