Paul was a graduate student at the University, studying old world literature. As a successful student, he was offered a graduate assistant position with Professor Stokes in his department and he was loving his newfound position of authority over undergraduates. In particular, he would be forever grateful that his cramped desk, where he was expected to review hundreds of essays written by said graduates, was located in one of the corners of Professor Stokes’ office. It was at this desk, observing Professor Stokes in action, where Paul learned more about authority and control than he ever would learn through classroom observation.