... out. The use of comparison is throughout the book, furthering the theme of military ignorance. Besides businessmen, the commanding officers act like insane gods, while Yossarian, is a sort of reluctant Achilles. No matter what the officers throw at him, he keeps on living. He is paranoid that his luck will someday run out. To drive home his ideas, Heller employs satire ... ...

• Word Count: 860
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School