Sunday, August 26, 2012

How to Read Literature Like a Professor chapt 10-11


Weather is a crucial symbol in literature. Rain and snow can both be considered symbols of cleansing, and rainbows are a sign of hope. Weather greatly affects the mood of the story. The mood of the story can quickly be altered by a change in weather.

In the interlude, we learn that authors do intend to use multiple different symbols and references in their writing in order to create connections and help add a deeper meaning to the overall piece of writing.

There are multiple different types of violence, such as thematic, symbolic, transcendent, allegorical, Romantic, Shakespearean, and biblical. Symbolization is usually a main purpose of violence. Violent acts can be used to complicate the plot or to create action in the story.

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