The Scarlet Ibis

The Emotions of Maturing in James Hurst’s “The Scarlet Ibis” Much can be learned about the process of maturing in James Hurst’s “The Scarlet Ibis.” Several different aspects of human maturation are displayed throughout this story. In “The Scarlet Ibis,” James Hurst depicts the complex emotions so often involved in the process of maturing through examples of determination, pride, and cruelty. Numerous examples of determination can be found throughout this story. This emotion …

…behind if he does not touch his own casket. Cruelty is displayed at the conclusion of this story when Brother “ran as fast” (176) as he could, leaving Doodle behind, which led to his death. Determination, pride, and cruelty are several examples of the complex emotions often involved in the process of maturing. These emotions are depicted numerously throughout James Hurst’s story. Learning from these emotions can help oneself in the everyday occurrences of life.