The Killers | Summary
Section 1
‘‘The Killers’’ begins with two men walking into Henry’s lunchroom and discussing what they want to eat. Max and Al bicker over what menu items are available with George, the counterman who had been talking with Nick Adams, the only other customer. Some confusion occurs over the correct time. The clock says 5:20, but George tells the men it is twenty minutes fast. The men finally order eggs with ham and bacon and then taunt Nick and George, sarcastically calling them ‘‘bright boys’’ and making fun of their small town, Summit. Al and...
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