Wide Sargasso Sea
by Jean Rhys
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Wide Sargasso Sea: Style 1 key example

Key Examples in Wide Sargasso Sea

Part 2
Explanation and Analysis:

Jean Rhys's style in Wide Sargasso Sea is characterized by vivid descriptions of the setting, rich figurative and lyrical language, and a fluctuating narrative structure. She pays close attention to the emotional and psychological states of her narrators and includes substantial portions of dialogue. In addition, the narrators often operate between multiple temporal layers at once, as Rhys gives plenty of space to flashbacks. In line with Rhys's attachment to the West Indies, the geographical settings play a decisive role in the story, almost serving as characters in their own right. The scenery has a  continuous impact on the characters and mood.