Narrative intrusion is the first technique used by Mansfield. ... Another example of narrative intrusion where Mansfield is sarcastic is when Mansfield is describing Miss Brill's seat on the bench and calls it her "special" seat. ... Another literary technique Mansfield uses is limited omniscience. ... It is described as "like a cupboard", which is how she describes the old people's rooms at the park. This careful choice of description shows that Mansfield doesn't think of her negatively, but pities her, as her room is described like the people in the park w...

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In Katherine Mansfield's short story "Miss Brill", symbolism is used to bring about a greater understanding of the character, Miss Brill. ... In Katherine Mansfield's "Miss Brill", the use of symbolism underscores Miss Brill's innocence. ... Miss Brill lives for the days that she spends in the park. ... It seems that Mansfield was deeply trying to convey this bond between Miss Brill and the fur. ... Similarly, Miss Brill enjoys the fantasy that she is actually on the stage, the whole park is a stage, and she has a central part in the play enacted here. ...

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In Katherine Mansfield's short story "Miss Brill,"" Miss Brill is a developing character. ... When she arrives at the park she sits on the same bench. ... When she goes to the park, she always tries to look her best. ... Miss Brill is also quite observant while in the park. ... When Miss Brill leaves the park, she breaks her routine. ...

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