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chose to read Popular Mechanics by Richard Carver. It is story about the breakup of a relationship, possibly a marriage, and the ensuing argument and struggle over a child. The story begins with a man packing his belongings into a suitcase, and while the woman is visibly upset, he seems unconcerned with her feelings. When she realizes he intends to take their child with him she refuses and the struggle begins. She attempts to keep the baby away from him as he backs her into a corner. Both are so concerned with themselves that little regard is given to the safety and well-being of the child. He forces the baby from her hands and she attempts to pull the child back by the wrist causing the baby to cry in obvious distress (Carver, n.d.). The
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