An Analysis for "Shipping Out"

In David Foster Wallace's essay, "Shipping Out", he uses a highly sarcastic tone to relay his feelings after taking part in a 7 day cruise. He has made a good mention of the brochure for the cruise that he had looked through prior to, as well as during his cruise. He argues that an authoritative tone and glossy images of "luxury" make the cruise seem enjoyable, thus causing people to empty their pockets and pay up for pampering. He talks about many of the ways the brochure psychologically effects the viewer. He sort of slowly lists the different parts of the brochure, from the inviting "essay" excerpt to the lines telling you that you WILL NOT have to do anything for yourself. It emphasizes the fact that whether or not you wish to relax, you will.