A Separate Peace: Adolescence “I went along; I never missed a meeting. At that time it would have never occurred to me to say, I don’t feel like it tonight, which was the plain truth every night. I was subject to the dictates of my mind, which gave me , the maneuverability of a straight-jacket. We’re off pal, Finny would call out, and acting against every instinct in my nature, I went without a thought of protest. John Knowles, p26” My book is A Separate Peace by John Knowles. I believe that this book is a perfect example of adolescence. I believe that Knowles shows the hardships and the rewards of friendship perfectly. Another thing that Knowles doe