Piranesi Literary Devices

Definition of Paradox

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar Wilde's famous declaration that "Life is... read full definition

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel of truth or reason. Oscar... read full definition

A paradox is a figure of speech that seems to contradict itself, but which, upon further examination, contains some kernel... read full definition

Explanation and Analysis—Only Friend, Only Enemy:

Piranesi can only make sense of the grief he feels in response to the Other's death in terms of paradox:

My last thought before I fell asleep was: He is dead. My only friend. My only enemy.

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Piranesi: Paradox 1 key example

Definition of Paradox