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Definition of Mood
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Key Examples in Go Set a Watchman
Part 3, Chapter 8
Explanation and Analysis:
The mood of Go Set a Watchman is both contemplative and slightly claustrophobic, as Jean Louise feels trapped in a hometown she no longer recognizes. Jean Louise's failure to connect with her family and friends creates a kind of desperation, like in Part 4, Chapter 12, when she goes to visit Calpurnia:
"I cannot talk to the one human who raised me from the time I was two years old...it is happening as I sit here and I cannot believe it. Talk to me, Cal. For God's sake talk to me right. Don't sit there like that!"
She looked into the old woman's face and she knew it was hopeless. Calpurnia was watching her, and in Calpurnia's eyes was no hint of compassion.
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Part 4, Chapter 12
Explanation and Analysis:
The mood of Go Set a Watchman is both contemplative and slightly claustrophobic, as Jean Louise feels trapped in a hometown she no longer recognizes. Jean Louise's failure to connect with her family and friends creates a kind of desperation, like in Part 4, Chapter 12, when she goes to visit Calpurnia:
Unlock with LitCharts A+"I cannot talk to the one human who raised me from the time I was two years old...it is happening as I sit here and I cannot believe it. Talk to me, Cal. For God's sake talk to me right. Don't sit there like that!"
She looked into the old woman's face and she knew it was hopeless. Calpurnia was watching her, and in Calpurnia's eyes was no hint of compassion.
Related Themes:
