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Situational Irony
Definition of Stream of Consciousness
Stream of consciousness is a style or technique of writing that tries to capture the natural flow of a character's extended thought process, often by incorporating sensory impressions, incomplete ideas, unusual syntax... read full definition
Stream of consciousness is a style or technique of writing that tries to capture the natural flow of a character's extended thought process, often by incorporating... read full definition
Stream of consciousness is a style or technique of writing that tries to capture the natural flow of a character's... read full definition
Stream of Consciousness
Explanation and Analysis—Internal Monologue:
Because the story lacks dialogue until the very end, Rye's internal monologue is particularly prominent. Though she is logical and attentive, she cannot help but veer off track, thinking about the past and future as she navigates a difficult present. These thoughts often take the form of stream of consciousness:
If she had let herself think of the possible deadly consequences of getting into a stranger's car, she would have changed her mind. Instead, she thought of the man who lived across the street from her. He rarely washed since his bout with the illness. And he had gotten into the habit of urinating wherever he happened to be. He had two women already--one tending each of his large gardens. They put up with him in exchange for his protection. He had made it clear that he wanted Rye to become his woman.
