Eveline
by James Joyce

Eveline: Personification 1 key example

Definition of Personification

Personification is a type of figurative language in which non-human things are described as having human attributes, as in the sentence, "The rain poured down on the wedding guests, indifferent... read full definition
Personification is a type of figurative language in which non-human things are described as having human attributes, as in the sentence, "The rain poured down... read full definition
Personification is a type of figurative language in which non-human things are described as having human attributes, as in the... read full definition

Key Examples in Eveline

Personification
Explanation and Analysis—Invading the Avenue:

“Eveline” opens with an instance of personification: 

“She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue.”