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Literary Devices
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
Chapter 23
Explanation and Analysis—Scheherazade's Head:
In Chapter 23, the narrator uses an allusion to describe Anne's decision to keep Mr. Elliot's selfish intentions to herself after spending an unpleasant evening with him:
Her faith was plighted, and Mr Elliot's character, like the Sultaness Scheherazade's head, must live another day.
