East of Eden Literary Devices

Definition of Paradox

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar Wilde's famous declaration that "Life is... read full definition

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar... read full definition

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel... read full definition

Key Examples in East of Eden

Explanation and Analysis—Liza's Morals:

In the following passage from Chapter 2, Steinbeck uses personification to elucidate the paradoxical nature of Liza Hamilton's religious and moral beliefs:

[Liza Hamilton] had a dour Presbyterian mind and a code of morals that pinned down and beat the brains out of nearly everything that was pleasant to do.

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East of Eden: Paradox 1 key example

Definition of Paradox

Key Examples in East of Eden