refully however, it is rather inferred that the father sees the situation as unclean, and unworthy of his touch. This is a point which "older Nick" takes great care in including, while also leaving speculation as to whether or not young Nick perceives it in this manner. These two events are very implicit of the changing of view of the younger Nick portrayed in the story and the older Nick who is telling the story. The older Nick shows that this event had a large impact in changing his views about life, and seemingly more importantly, his father. A birth of animosity becomes evident, as well as ideas about social status, and mortality. ...