Mammen style

“There is always two sides to a story” is a common saying but when it comes to literature, the side of the story that is told depends on the narrator. Stories written in first person point of view usually have an unreliable narrator. This is mainly due to the fact that all of the information about the events in the story only come from one side. The unreliability of first person narrative is shown in the three stories, “A&P” by John Updike, “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allen Poe, and “Young

Brendan Moxley Mrs. Barton AP English Lang & Comp 7 October 2014 Graduation OPR In an excerpt from her novel I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings called “Graduation,” Maya Angelou narrates the anticipation surrounding graduation in her small town of Stamps, Alabama. Angelou effectively contrives noteworthy differences between paragraphs 1 through 5 and 6 through 10 through the use of emotional and descriptive diction, powerfully bold comparisons, and a shift in perspective in order to instill pride

Poetry Analysis The poem “When We Two Parted” by Lord Byron, shows Bryon’s true emotions when his secret lover parts from his life, which it seems that this lover did something harmful to their relationship. He conveys this theme by using imagery, diction, rhyme, and repetition all of these literary devices give this poem meaning and feeling behind Bryon’s words. Imagery is used to give visual descriptions that appeal to the five senses, diction is represented in this poem to inform the mood or

Lamb to the slaughter expresses many literary elements, creating a story about Mary Maloney’s experience with her husband. Dramatic irony is a very critical part of the story, especially while evaluating the situation. “Personally, I think it’s right here on the premises. Probably right under our very noses. What you think Jack? (Roald Dahl 9). She killed her husband with a frozen lamb leg after discussing troubling news that was never revealed. Mary called the police, who were also her husband’s

The apparently first-person narrative of the novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, ‘The Beach of Falesá’ is written in a flawless prose in which the author presents his adventures on the island in an autobiographical manner. In this essay, I will be focusing on the stylistic devices used by Stevenson, for instance, similes, repetition, metaphors and imagery, by paying particular attention to how they contribute to produce this artful piece of work. After having contextualised it, I will also focus on

“The Sound of the Sea” is a sonnet by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, describing the sounds of the sea and relating it to human inspiration. Through only auditory images of the sea and other powerful natural forces, Longfellow effectively alludes to the nature of human inspiration. Through detailed and sensory imagery, Longfellow communicates the subtle details of the human soul and how inspiration functions. “The Sound of the Sea” consists of fourteen lines and a particular rhyme scheme (abba abba

Songs, used to create messages, give singers the ability to speak about concerns that are relevant in the current everyday life. A powerful ways songwriters achieve this is by applying the use of imagery. Lyricists use this help readers of literary works to understand specific ideas that the writer is trying to convey. By using symbolism in songs, singers can discuss issues in ways that connect with the listener on a deeper level. Using this method in songwriting is crucial when discussing important

An important message that is conveyed in the poem 'The Womb' by Apirana Taylor is 'The Impact of Colonisation on the Land' This message is emphasised throughout the poem by using effective language features such as narrative point of view, imagery and contrast. A persona is used throughout the poem to talk directly to the reader and make them feel responsible. Imagery creates a powerful picture in the reader's mind making them realise the impact on the land. Finally, there is an admirable sense of

Silence offers valuable moments of introspection and understanding. The poem “Those Winter Sundays” written by Robert Hayden describes the narrator’s childhood and memories of his father. The poem conveys the message of a father’s unconditional love presented through his actions. Essentially, it displays different aspects and forms of love that can be found beyond the literal and positive meanings. Through diction, imagery, and syntax the author reflects on the sacrifices and hardships of his father

Ah, the joy of writing essays on tales that bore thyself to death. Lord pleases release my soul from this eternal torture to pursue my dreams. Nevertheless, I shall entertain you petty amusement with a rather sarcastic tier of comments "analyzing" this idiotic tale I only took one glance off, and work with my memory to put the guise that I actually read it and filled with the eagerness to explain all the metaphors and whatnot of this story for your entertainment. First of all, we take a glance at