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Metaphors
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 Into the Wild
Chapter 18 - The Stampede Trail
Explanation and Analysis:
Into the Wild is a book about adventuring, and the book's mood follows those adventures. As Chris McCandless—as well as Krakauer himself, Everett Ruess, and others—attempt to survive in the wilderness, the novel recounts the fear, awe, and excitement of the battle against the elements. In particular, the mood is often one of admiration for Chris's unique personality as a fearless, foolhardy, brilliant young man. Krakauer uses a great number of quotations from interviews with people from Chris's life; given that these interviews were done after Chris's untimely death, their mournful love for Chris impacts the overall melancholy mood.
