When reading a story, there are many elements that amalgamate in order to make the story interesting and appealing to the reader. The setting, point of view, character, or even style and voice are just a few of the components that interplay in order to build a considerable part of a story. In some instances, however, one of these elements might take priority over the others in order to make a strong point, or to make something evident to the reader. In the story "Paul's Case," I would agree that the character of Paul is what makes the reading as interesting and exciting as it is. As far as his...

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Analysis of Idea in "Paul's Case" Idea is, as defined by Hugh H. Paschal, "The author's central meaning or the theme of a literary work" (372). Paschal also states that an idea is the author's means of presenting a point which may change the way his reader views life and lives it (67). Sometimes the idea may be clearly stated. More often, the idea is implied or suggested through other elements. In fact, one can determine the idea by looking closely at other literary elements involved, such as characterization, setting, events, point of view, tone, irony, imagery, etc. In other words, idea is i...

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