Settings and characters reinforce the theme of food and feasting. Character's nicknames such as Turkey, Nippers, Mr. ... Here, Melville is playing on the resemblance between these thin cookies and wax wafers used for sealing mortgages. ... Melvilles consistent focus on the narrators preoccupation with speach supports the oral imagery included in the story. ... All of the characters are living off of the lawyer. ...

• Word Count: 896
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School