Nobody Knows By Sherwood Anderson

George Willard was a young news reporter in the small town of Winesburg, Ohio. At the beginning of “Nobody Knows” by Sherwood Anderson, George receives a note from Louise Trunnion, a young lady in town, stating that “I’m yours if you want me.” Although surprised and nervous beyond belief, George sets off on a mission to visit his newfound mate. After George convinces her to come outside, the two young lovers set off on a long walk. As push comes to shove, George uses Louise for his physical pleasure, rather than the emotional connection which she was craving.
The protagonist of this story, George, is a rather awkward and weird person to be around. At first, he is absurdly awkward and doesn’t have much of a clue how to speak to women, but