Analysis of the Novel “Life’s Golden Ticket”

Analysis of the Novel “Life’s Golden Ticket”

In order to teach the protagonist of the novel Life’s Golden Ticket, an important lesson, I would choose the lesson of accountability. This lesson is significant because the protagonist makes several poor choices throughout the novel that have consequences for himself and the people around him. In order to grow into a responsible adult, the man needs to learn how to be accountable for his actions. I would teach this lesson to him in an amusement park attraction called the Accountability Ride. In this ride, The man would be taken on a journey through his life. He would see the consequences of his actions and learn how to take responsibility for them. This ride would be an effective way to teach him this lesson because it would be immersive and interactive. It would allow him to see the consequences of his choices in a visceral way. Through the Accountability Ride, the man would learn how to be accountable for his actions and take responsibility for the consequences of his choices. This lesson would help him grow into a responsible adult and prepare him for the challenges ahead. Therefore, accountability is an important lesson that the protagonist needs to learn, and I will teach him this lesson through my attraction and that it should be taught to him in an amusement park attraction.

The man, the protagonist, makes several poor decisions throughout the novel that have negative consequences for himself and others. The man must learn to be accountable for his actions to become a responsible adult. The story about the man shows his lack of accountability:

“You have been lured into a lie that has controlled your mind and contaminated your life, a lie that has prevented you from being your best, taking risks, and having the confidence and strength needed to seize the life you’ve always wanted. It has mesmerized you into believing that you are not good enough and that there is something wrong with you. It has made you secretly feel inadequate, ugly, weak, slow, small, useless, and helpless for far too long. It has been neutralizing your innate desire to stand up for yourself and become the person you were destined to be.” (Brendon 34-36)

In an amusement park attraction called the Accountability Ride, he would be taken on a journey through his life. He would also observe the effects of his deeds and learn how to accept responsibility for them. This trip would be an excellent method to teach him this lesson since it would be immersive and interactive. For instance, in one scene of the Accountability Ride, the man sees the impact of his decision to steal money from his friend. He would see the consequences of this action play out in a series of scenes that would show him how his theft affected his friend and his family and friends. This immersive and interactive experience would teach him how to be accountable for his actions and help him understand his choices’ consequences. As a result, the lesson of responsibility is essential for him, the protagonist of Life’s Golden Ticket, and it should be imparted to him on an amusement park ride.

When teaching the protagonist of the novel “Life’s Golden Ticket” a lesson, it is important to think about how best to communicate that lesson in an amusement park attraction. After all, this is where the young man spends most of his time. And as he learns, so does the audience watching him. For instance, one such lesson might be not being afraid of change.

“Many of us live our lives desperately seeking to draw attention to ourselves. We live our lives to be noticed, accepted, and adored. We live our lives as if we were in the center ring [of a circus], as if the world should sit around applauding our every move. But there are a small number of people in this world who live their lives to make others smile, to remind others of the magic and hope in the world, to help them discover the possibilities that live within them. Whenever people like this end up in the spotlight, they use their moment to help others through the dark.” (Brendon 178)

Bowman’s Park is a place where transformation is constantly happening. The rides, the games, the people themselves are all in flux. As The man learns to accept change and embrace it, he becomes a better-rounded person. This is seen early on in the novel when he befriends a boy named Wally, who is new to the Park. Wally is everything. The man is not: carefree, outgoing, and excited about life. The man can see the world in a new light and learn to loosen up a bit through their friendship.

“Don’t you dare settle for anything other than the life you want to live. Look at your life. Look at every area. See what you need to stop doing and what you need to start, and do it while you still can, no matter how hard it is. Just keep learning and living.” (Brendon 29)

An amusement park is also a place where The man learns about loss. One of the rides, The Devil’s Drop, is a freefall that simulates the feeling of being dropped from a great height. It is at this ride that he experiences his first real loss. His older brother, who has always been in charge and looked out for him, is no longer there to protect him. This loss teaches the man about the pain of losing someone you love and how to cope with it. For example, in the novel, he talks to his brother’s friend about how he is feeling. This demonstrates that The man is growing as a person and can communicate his feelings effectively. The statement, “It's okay to not be okay," is a powerful message that The man learns at Bowman's Park.

The man's journey through Bowman's Park is filled with growth and learning. And while it would be impossible to list them all, these are a few of the most important lessons that he needs to learn to succeed in life. By teaching these lessons in an amusement park attraction, the audience can see first-hand how they can help the protagonist grow into a better person. For instance, by accepting change, the man can move on from his past and build a brighter future for himself.“You can be whoever you want to be, and you can do whatever you want to do. It’s time to believe [that] again” (Brendon 29). And by understanding the pain of loss, he is better equipped to handle difficult situations in the future. The man's journey is an important one, and by learning from the characters at Bowman's Park, he can become a better person.

The protagonist in the novel "Life's Golden Ticket" learns many lessons while spending time at Bowman's Park. One such lesson is accountability. The man sees the consequences of his actions play out in a series of scenes. This experience helps him understand the impact of his theft on his friend and his family and friends. As a result, the lesson of accountability is important for the protagonist to learn. The Accountability Ride is a powerful way to teach this lesson because it allows The man to see first-hand the effects of his actions. And by doing so, he can learn from his mistakes. The ride takes place in a courtroom setting, where the protagonist is put on trial for his theft. His friends and family are called to testify and share their thoughts on the incident. This allows The man to see how his actions have affected them. Through this experience, he learns that he is not alone and that there are people who care about him and want him to succeed.

In conclusion, the novel "Life's Golden Ticket" is a story about growth and change. And while there are many lessons to be learned, the most important ones take place in an amusement park attraction. By teaching these lessons in a fun and interactive way, the audience can see how they can help the protagonist grow into a better person. For instance, by accepting change, The man can move on from his past and build a brighter future for himself. And by understanding the pain of loss, he is better equipped to handle difficult situations in the future. The man's journey is an important one, and by learning from the characters at Bowman's Park, he can become a better person. 

Works Cited

Burchard, Brendon. Life's Golden Ticket: An Inspriational Novel. John Wiley & Sons, 2012.