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During the course of THE , by Robert Lipsyte, Alfred is influenced by several characters who help him grow, change and learn. Two of the most important were Mr. Donatelli, the owner of the gym, and Alfred's Aunt Pearl.
Mr. Donatelli had a positive influence on Alfred, helping him in a variety of ways. When Alfred first came to the gym Mr. Donatelli questioned him to make sure Alfred had what it took to be a boxer. He noticed from Alfred's scars that he'd been fighting on the streets. He' explained all the ups and downs of boxing to make sure that it was what Alfred really wanted to do. "' You're all alone in there with another man who wants to hit you harder than you hit him. There's rules ...

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that Alfred would get hurt; but Alfred wanted to fight Hubbard to feel that he'd accomplished something "' Remember what you said Mr. Donatelli, about quitting before you've really tried? I've got to finish… so I can know too'" Boxing not only taught Alfred skill but helped him reach deep down and bring out the real inside.
Another influential person was Alfred's Aunt Pearl. Aunt Pearl always wanted the best for Alfred. She was proud when she found out he was finally interested in something; the only thing was she didn't like the fact that it was boxing."'…you never been excited 'bout anything in your life till today. But I just wish it was something else.'" Even though she didn't approve of boxing, she supported Alfred's desire to try. Aunt Pearl always had confidence in Alfred. During all the tough times Aunt Pearl was always there to listen to whatever Alfred had to say. "' What's troubling you Alfred? You been so quiet. You want to talk about it? When you do, you know you ...

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