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Textual Analysis of Native Son (Symbolism (Examples: (The Airplane,…
Textual Analysis of
Native Son
Symbolism
Definition:
An object or action in a literary work that means more than itself, that stands for something beyond itself.
Examples:
The Airplane
Killing the rat
"Playing white"
Impact on Interpretation:
Comparison to
The Great Gatsby
and
The Stranger
:
Narrative Voice
Definition:
The voice and implied speaker of the novel. Consider the narrative style (1st person, objective, etc.), the point of view, and style of narration.
Examples:
3rd person, omniscient
Know Bigger's emotions and thoughts without him explicitly stating them to other characters or during
internal monologues
Impact on Interpretation:
Comparison to
The Great Gatsby
and
The Stranger:
The Stranger
Gatsby
Diction
Definition:
The selection of words in a literary work. Writers use words to convey action, reveal character, imply attitude, identify themes, and suggest values.
Examples:
Bigger's dialogue
Style of exposition
Impact on Interpretation:
Comparison to
The Great Gatsby
and
The Stranger
:
The Stranger
Gatsby
Characterization
Definition:
The way writers present and reveal character. Consider speech, dress, manner, thoughts, and actions.
Examples:
Bigger Thomas
Mary
Jan
The Daltons
Impact on Interpretation:
Comparison to
The Great Gatsby
and
The Stranger
:
Gatsby
The Stranger