Harlem Shuffle

by Colson Whitehead

Harlem Shuffle: Pathos 1 key example

Definition of Pathos

Pathos, along with logos and ethos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective speaking or writing). Pathos is an argument that appeals to... read full definition
Pathos, along with logos and ethos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective speaking or writing). Pathos is... read full definition
Pathos, along with logos and ethos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective... read full definition
Part 3, Chapter 1
Explanation and Analysis—I’m Your Cousin:

A regular feature of the relationship between Carney and Freddie is that Freddie involves Carney in trouble. In Part 3, Chapter 1, a metaphor likens Freddie's request for Carney's help to a train arriving in a station. With a plea dripping in pathos, Freddie persuades Carney to help him, triumphing over Carney's sneaking suspicion that his cousin is up to no good.