East of Eden
What role does guilt play,especially in Caleb?
For example, the idea of Timshel. Also Aron joining the army and dying.
For example, the idea of Timshel. Also Aron joining the army and dying.
Cal is sort of a Cain-figure from the Old Testament. He is, indirectly, responsible for his brother's death. He revealed to Aron that their mother is a prostitute. This leads Aron to join the army (WW1) where he gets killed. Although Caleb denies any responsibility, he has a lot of guilt to deal with.