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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
Mood
Explanation and Analysis:
It is difficult to write generally about the tone of There There, because the novel contains so many different characters and situations. The overarching mood that connects all these stories reflects the confusion and disorientation inherent to the urban American Indian. Many characters in the novel feel like they are connected to Oakland (Dene, Opal) or even stuck there (Tony, Calvin). This makes it difficult for these characters to feel connected with their Native identities, creating an overarching mood of alienation and disturbance.
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