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Definition of Imagery
Imagery, in any sort of writing, refers to descriptive language that engages the human senses. For instance, the following lines from Robert Frost's poem "After Apple-Picking" contain imagery that engages... read full definition
Imagery, in any sort of writing, refers to descriptive language that engages the human senses. For instance, the following lines from Robert Frost's poem "After... read full definition
Imagery, in any sort of writing, refers to descriptive language that engages the human senses. For instance, the following lines... read full definition
Section 1
Explanation and Analysis—Miss Emily's Appearance:
In the story, Miss Emily's situation is often reflected through the detailed imagery of her appearance. The narrator recalls, “When we saw her again her hair was cut short, making her look like a girl, with vague resemblance to those angels in colored church windows—sort of tragic and serene.” The comparison of Miss Emily to a girl appeals to her youth, innocence, and purity. Her father's refusal to let any man court Emily has left her as inexperienced as a girl.
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