The Familial Struggle in 'Tin Man' by Judy Bunitz

Judy Bunitz the author of “Tin Man” uses a variety of tones to explain how your own family can guilt trip you without you even realizing. At the beginning of the story, his own aunt Fran tells him “WHAT KIND OF SON ARE YOU?” (Bunitz 1). The author is making it clear that the aunt wants one thing only and that is his most valuable organ which is his heart. There is also no sign of her understanding his reluctance. He used capital letters to solidify her statement. Also, it creates an intense feeling of anger on her part as she is screaming. The author uses a disgusted tone that plays an…