Go Set a Watchman
by Harper Lee
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Go Set a Watchman: Allusions 1 key example

Definition of Allusion

In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to other literary works, famous individuals, historical events, or philosophical ideas... read full definition
In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to other literary works, famous individuals... read full definition
In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to... read full definition

Key Examples in Go Set a Watchman

Part 4, Chapter 12
Explanation and Analysis—Dorian Gray:

Jean Louise alludes to a famous literary figure in Part 4, Chapter 12 while looking at Atticus: 

He had not changed. His face was the same as always. I don't know why I expected him to be looking like Dorian Gray or somebody.