Soldier’s Home
by Ernest Hemingway

Soldier’s Home: Mood 1 key example

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
Mood
Explanation and Analysis:

"Soldier's Home" is a dark and contemptuous tale, centered around a protagonist who is often apathetic and indifferent to the day-to-day life of himself and his family. The story ends, however, on a note of optimism, although said optimism is more potential than actual.