English & Literature

The Outsiders 3

The Outsiders was written in 1965 (published 1967) when Susan E. Hinton was 16 years old and attending high school in Tulsa Oklahoma. What historical or cultural factors might have influenced S. E. Hinton as she described the female and male characters in this passage? Give examples.

Asked by 04600460 on 27 Feb 17:02

Last updated by Cat on 27 Feb 17:07

1 Answers

Answered by Cat on 27 Feb 17:07

I'm not sure what exact "passage" you are referring to. There is a very 1950's -1960's feel to the characters. Greasers, leather jackets, drive- in -theatres all have this feeling to the narrative.