The elements that I found most interesting about his writing style are the adjectives, the dialogue with the reader and the sentence variation. ... In this sentence he effectively describes different objects with few words, in the words of Donald Hall "Less is more, in prose as in architecture" (Trimble). ... In fact in some passages Rafferty refers directly to us (readers) starting sentences with "you". ... Rafferty is also a master in the use of short-powerful sentences. ... I like this passage Rafferty uses because it demonstrates shock sentences clearly, " But Cobb...

• Word Count: 1390
• Approx Pages: 6
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Here, there is a clear indication of Hemingway's style - a notably masculine style, described with words like 'hard' and 'athletic'. ... Hemingway's style appealed to the newspaper writer because it was the same type of writing he was used to using - short, sharp and functional. ... Brevity, however, did not just appeal to writers of newspaper articles and those with a dedication to clear, authoritative writing. ... Hemingway is frequently contrasted with the lurid and excessive prose of 19th century writers because his works marked a stark shift in the practice...

• Word Count: 5359
• Approx Pages: 21
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Anzaldua hints near the start that language gives people their identity, specifically Mexican, Anglo and Spanish languages and heritage. ... "Language is a male discourse," is supported with the example of "nosotros," (74). ... Academic styled papers give a clear topic sentence and thesis, giving readers the answer before the evidence, whereas Anzaldua's approach gives the evidence leading up to the answer. ... Yet, Anzalduas' work defy this because the layout of evidence is a process and thus, anyone who reads it have an engaged understanding. ... It enforces th...

• Word Count: 958
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One crucial aspect according to the subject is that it should not only attract the readers of the research paper, but also the writer itself, because using a personal interest leads automatically to more precise and careful research. ... After choosing an appropriate topic, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant literature and structuring ideas, the writer finally reached the point to start writing. ... Each paragraph deals with one subitem of the chosen issue. ... This could be done by summarizing the main points of the essay or by paraphrasing the thesis sentence. ... To sum up, writ...

• Word Count: 1071
• Approx Pages: 4
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate