Sunday, March 15, 2009

Literary Aspects (Imagery)

In Out Stealing Horses, I think the best literary aspect that is used is imagery. I really like the way Trond describes the things around him because it paints a great picture in the reader’s heads. With the great imagery that is shown in the book, helps the readers feel more engaged in the slower or boring chapters. “The red painted outhouse wall threw a warm glow across the yard”(9). When I started reading this book I noticed this description and it caught my eyes right away. I really like how Trond describes almost every scene in deep detail because it puts a clear picture in my head and it’s very interesting. The detail and imagery that is used in the story seems to show that Trond is a mellow and quiet character. The detail used is very relaxing and gives the story a warm feel to it. I like this because it relaxes me but sometimes the soft detail relaxes me too much and I start to get way too tired. Other than that the imagery used in the story is really creative and is used very well.

7 comments:

  1. David-

    I agree that the imagery shows that Trond is mellow and quiet. I also wonder if because he posseses these character traits, the scenes that are described reflect Trond himself?

    Stacey

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  2. Imagery does reflect Trond's personality and individuality. This book is written in first person with Trond as the narrator. This being said, how Trond describes his surroundings is like examining the story takes place with a Trond lens.

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  3. I agree that the imagery is often soothing and relaxing. Although, I'm not sure that the imagery exhibits Trond as mellow. However, it does show that he is meticulous and detail oriented in the way he describes things.

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  4. DAVID!
    I feel imagery does really help the reader get to know Trond, especially his personality. I think the book would be boring without this aspect, and I agree with you that it engages the reader and keeps them interested in the story.

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  5. I completely agree about the descriptions creating a soft and warm mood. I think that the understanding of the softness of the book as a whole is important concept. Even scenes that are tough carry a certain warmth because they are never to long and end with closure that put the thought out of you mind.

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  6. David,
    I agree about your comment on how Tronds use of Literary elements is directly connected to his personality. Also how these aspects set a soft mood to the story is understandable.

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  7. David,
    I agree with how you said that the best literary aspect is the imagery. Without imagery a book would seem very simple and boring. I also like that you said that the imagery helps in the slower moving chapters, this is very true.

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