The presence of McMurphy has changed the whole ward. The patients have changed as well as the nurse. He tries to make is own rules to get under Nurse Ratched's skin. Part II takes a different turn when McMurphy finds out that the length of his commitment lies in the hands of Nurse Ratched and he is one of the few that really is committed. His attitude changes toward the ward as he conforms to Ratched's rules.
Why do the Acutes that voluntarily came to the ward want to stay? Why are the afraid to leave? Why did they put McMurphy in danger by not warning him of the possible punishment for his behavior? Only when Ratched decides to take away the privilege of the tub room does McMurphy rebel and "accidentally" hit the nurse's station window.
I'm a little confused about Harding's wife's visit. Obviously, by the conversation between them, they hated each other. She wasn't satisfied with him and Harding calls her a Nemesis and an unequal. Why did Harding want McMurphy to meet her? Why was she even there? I don't know what to make of it.
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Hey chinny =]... i was reading your blog and to answer your question... I think the whole visit of Harding's wife was to give you a little insight on why Harding put himself in the ward... I believe it was to show you that Harding may be gay and that may be one of the reasons why it went to the ward because he feels like an outsider and doesnt feel normal. Atleast thats how i feel about it.
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