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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
Part 9: Homecoming
Explanation and Analysis:
The mood of the novel is mournful and anxious; there are moments of comfort, beauty, and even joy, but Death is always quick to remind the reader that every character's life will end, and every relationship will be torn apart by someone's death. For example, in Part 9: Homecoming, Liesel is overjoyed that Hans comes home from the war with a broken leg. Death tells the reader exactly when the happiness will end:
At 1 a.m., Liesel went to bed and Papa came in to sit with her, like he used to. She woke up several times to check that he was there, and he did not fail her.
The night was calm.
Her bed was warm and soft with contentment.
Yes, it was a great night to be Liesel Meminger, and the calm, the warm, and the soft would remain for approximately three more months. But her story lasts for six.
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