1. Analysis of Hard Times by Charles Dickens
Gradgrind himself is very consistent in his lack of feeling and fancy and is the absolute personification of utilitarianism. ... She also knows everything about horses, but when asked to give the definition of a horse she is unable to do this. ... Gradgrind with the correct definition. Dickens" sense of irony is very clear here because it is obvious that Cecilia knows all about horses and Bitzer does not, he can simply give a useless definition. ... There is still an empty space to be filled for the personification of hypocrisy, and Mr. ...
- Word Count: 2948
- Approx Pages: 12
- Grade Level: High School