Merrian-Webster Dictionary defines a short story as “a story with a fully developed theme but significantly shorter and less elaborate than a novel.” Yet, doing so is more complicated. A writer creating a novella does not have the capacity as a novelist creating a tedious book. In order capture a reader’s attention and to relay the theme of the story, a writer uses writing techniques. In short stories such as “Button Button”, “The Cask of Amontillado” and “The Adventure of the Speckled Band”
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. The novel was successfully recreated into an interesting modern film series by director Paul McGuigan in 2012. McGuigan effectively adapted his interpretation to Doyle’s interpretation. Specifically, the first episode, A Scandal in Bohemia, from season two, is a clear reminiscence to the 1892 book. The series continues to hold onto the same storyline as the novel, with manipulations of how the characters are portrayed, the use of technology as well as symbolism, in order
comes to mind at the mention of a detective, Mr. Sherlock Holmes. Along with images of detectives come preconceived ideas of what a detective or mystery novel should be or what it should contain. Within the genre, numerous authors have stood out among the others and set their own standard for these works of literature. In The Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Doyle employs juxtaposed settings, descriptive imagery, and the symbolism that each convey to establish an immense attention
Symbolism plays an important responsibility in any story, adding a subtle layer of depth, thought and insight. In a world of mundaneness, Sherlock Holmes embarks on a mission to unravel the peculiar “whodunits”1 life hurtles his way with his dependable companion, Dr. John Watson. Together they search for the minuscule inklings that lead them one step closer towards the reality. Arthur Conan Doyle’s symbolism in “The Red-Headed League” reveals the unusual in the mundane. Mind-numbing, humdrum, and
James Watson, the most famous detective novel in fiction. It is full of thrill, drama and suspense. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are one of the best parings of the detective novels and the genuine affection of Holmes and his companion is loved by the readers. The Hound of the Baskervilles gives Watson a chance to shine as Watson spent time off on his own without his partner Sherlock Holmes and has done some independent investigation which somehow may have helped in solving the case. He made
Following a careful study of a range of Victorian Short Stories, discuss the ways setting and atmosphere were utilised, to make the stories successful for their designated audience. Victorian stories, especially those with a supernatural theme, cleverly utilised a range of devices to make them a literary success to their respective audiences. The range, which we have studied, covered a time period spanning all of Queen Victoria's reign and consequently created tension in
memories. In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime by Mark Haddon, the main character goes on a journey to find out the truth about his mother. Mark Haddon uses symbolism and formal syntax to develop his theme that it is important to seek the truth, even if it requires facing obstacles. Mark Haddon uses symbolism in his writing to represent something, which allocates a deeper message. In the novel,
in with his amazing poems and tales. In Poe’s literature the readers can see that he primarily wrote of grim scenarios and introduced his readers to the uncertainties of the characters and locations so they could focus primarily on the plot and the theme of the story. “The Raven” is one of the most recognized poems ever written. “Poe’s tone of darkness in this poem, connected with his perplexing death has made him a very noteworthy and influential literary
Throughout the many works that Edgar Allan Poe has written in his lifetime, whether the work is a poem, novel, analysis, or critique, Poe has incorporated many reoccurring themes that define him as a writer. A theme that has brought much criticism upon Poe is his Classicist aspect of writing. Poe was very clear and detailed when he wrote in prose. This way of writing proved him to be somewhat of a rebel and veered off the beaten path when it comes to form. In Poe’s time the Gothic style was not
settings which Arthur Conan Doyle has chosen for his stories in The Speckled Band and The Man with the Twisted Lip. Consider the effects the writer has created and how they contribute to the atmosphere. Arthur Conan Doyle's character, Sherlock Holmes, lived in Victorian London during the 19th century. His perception of the streets is portrayed as a dark and isolated environment. The atmosphere was far from welcoming. The streets were overrun with crime, beggars and prostitutes. Through