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The Enemy (Pearl S. Buck)

CBSE · Class 12 · English

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1. Plot in Brief

  • Dr Sadao Hoki lives on the Japanese coast with his wife Hana and their two children.
  • He met Hana in America at Professor Harley's house, and their marriage was later arranged in the old Japanese way.
  • One evening, a wounded American sailor from a warship washes ashore near their house.
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2. Character Sketches

  • Dr Sadao Hoki is a Japanese surgeon and scientist trained in America.
  • He returned to Japan at thirty and became famous before his father died.
  • He is skilled, calm during surgery, and deeply committed to saving life.
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3. Themes and Ideas

  • Humanity is placed above nationality when Sadao saves Tom.
  • The story shows the conflict between doctor-patient duty and wartime patriotism.
  • War creates fear, suspicion, and prejudice even among educated people.
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4. Important Scenes and Their Significance

  • Sadao's memory of the South Sea islands shows his father's belief in Japan's future.
  • The discovery of Tom near the veranda begins the central conflict.
  • Hana's whisper, 'A white man!', shows fear and shock.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Humanity versus Nationalism in wartime

Dr Sadao HokiHanaTomThe GeneralHousehold servantsMedical ethicsWar and prejudiceEscape and secrecy

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