1. The Use of Letters in Pride and Prejudice
... 's letter about the critical situation of Lydia reaches someone else instead of Elizabeth . Thus, she uses the device of letters as something which contributes significantly in the development of the plot. In fact, the novelist uses the letters instead of dialogues with a specific objective; dialogues sometimes become too direct and predictable, which makes the ... plot dull. The disposition of a letter, in context of developing the plot or taking it to the next level, seems to be the best device where the thoughts of the particular character are exposed through simple and formal words. ...
- Word Count: 817
- Approx Pages: 3
- Grade Level: High School