Jasper Jones
by Craig Silvey
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Jasper Jones: 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 Jasper Jones

Chapter 1
Explanation and Analysis—Pick-Pocketed:

In Chapter 1, after disposing of Laura's body, Charlie and Jasper are both overcome with emotion. Charlie personifies the night as a thief that has stolen from him:

...I sit down heavily and cry with my head between my thighs. Very quietly and measuredly...This night has pick-pocketed me of precious things I can’t ever get back. I feel robbed, but I don’t feel cheated by Jasper Jones.