... the reader's attention into the story in a gradual manner; in this way, the unusual events presented later on will produce a greater impression on the reader. In addition, setting is a strategy for the author to introduce symbols in the text, symbols that are not obvious to decipher at the first read. As an expert on symbolism in human culture, Carl Jung writes in Man and His ... History, progress, and nature itself, in Gilman's mind, were emancipating women" (Degler 105). When it comes to conforming to these rules of the society, the character - Jane - feels oppressed. She sees all the...

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... reader minor clues and symbols to help establish a more in depth understanding and profound meaning. A distinct and perhaps the most obvious ongoing theme in "Hills Like White Elephants" is that of one's choices and it's corresponding consequences. Jig has become pregnant, and the unmarried couple is at a crossroads in determining what would be the best possible solution for the situation at ... of the relationship, giving them uncertainty of whether or not it will last in the end. Jig also experiences ambiguity, as she is torn between sides, expressing to her partner that they could ha...

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... something positive, in "The Lottery," tradition is something undesirable and even deadly. Jackson uses imagery and symbolism to show that unquestioning adherence to tradition can be dangerous. The black box, perhaps the most ominous of Jackson's symbols, reveals the villagers' unquestioning attitude towards the tradition of the lottery. She describes the box as "growing shabbier every year" (565), ... imagery of the stones all serve to show that tradition for the sake of tradition can have horrific consequences. Tessie Hutchinson dies for no reason but that it is tradition for someone t...

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... writing, ambiguous meanings, implied motifs, and similar hidden themes. Hemingway's short story, "Hills Like White Elephants," is a narrative "in which little actually 'happens'" to the protagonists, which means that almost all of the substance emerges from the vague dialogue between the man and the girl, Jig (Link 3). In short stories, language is particularly notable because the decision ... ; is used in the short story five times. The last time the phrase is used the word "hill" is replaced with "things" allowing for other possible "white elephants" to exist in the story (Link 4)...

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... quot;, "Dream work" and "Ideal Female complex" in this short story. Furthermore, this paper examines the psychological themes, motifs and symbols available in the story. The whole thing happening in the story will be presented as a dream analysis of the narrator. In addition, the Gothic tradition ... "Fixation" on this phase in his early childhood was the reason, involving him to search for maternal figures during his whole life. It must be a terrible blow for him not to have someone to support him in any possible manner a child must be supported. Then he is adopted by ... senses are g...

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