These different literary techniques demonstrate the change from the male protagonist (Chekhov) to the female protagonist (Oates) and affect the development of the conflict in the two stories. ... Chekhov reveals the conflicts of Dmitri directly, objectively, usually through narration in sentences like, "Already he was tormented by a strong desire to share his memories with someone" (Chekhov 176). ... Unlike Chekhov who focuses on the male lover Gurov, Oates makes Anna, the female lover, the center of consciousness .Oates is more likely to demonstrate Anna's inner conflicts imagisticall...

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There is the risk that the intense imagery in the film can conflict with and dampen its vividness when the viewer attempts to relate what they see to the imagery which arose from Heart of Darkness. ... The image of Willard appearing inhuman, such as him emerging from the river; as well as images of him with shadows passing over his face, enhance the inner turmoil Willard is experiencing. ... Regardless of the situation, and physical appearance of Kurtz, the most important thing is how the functions of society; be it British or American imperialism, fail to impose complete power over the inn...

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The play Mingus Remixed takes the stance of an autobiographical narrative told by Charles Mingus himself and presents its plot through an inner dialogue between him and his acquaintances; and, although it strives for historical realism this work is still fiction derived from Barry Shabaka Henley's imagination. ... Shabaka's play Mingus Remixed is an unorthodox performance since there exits only one character, also the play consists of inner dialogues and reflections that are seen through Mingus speaking to himself and the imagined personas of his friends and family. ... " Shabak...

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She does not dramatize or make her characters appear heroic, but simply portrays them as everyday people trying to overcome everyday conflicts. ... Chopin uses her own unique style, tone and irony to reflect the inner conflict within Mrs. ...

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This rebuilding provides for an atmosphere of conflict between the Kabuo and the Heine's as the former is left without the land previously worked by his family. The two distinct yet intertwined themes of Snow Falling on Cedars each have their own conflicts. The external conflict between Kabuo and the white inhabitants of the island represents the theme of racial prejudice and the shattering effects that it has on the lives of whom it victimizes. Ishmael's inner conflict represents themes of morality, love and duty as he decides whether or not to reveal the evidence proving Kabuo&#...

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Jim's character is not suppose to be found offensive, many would argue, but portrays the irony of a mere slave who conceals an inner knowledge, and is the only true gentleman in society. ... Censoring classics such as Huckleberry Finn does nothing to solve the controversial problems, but ultimately leads society to ignoring the sensitive conflicts by merely hiding it. ...

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It is divided into fifty- eight dated entries, penned by the main characters as means of expressing their inner emotions and thoughts on events occurring throughout the novel. Major Conflicts Life Before Man contains a number of physical, social and psychological conflicts. ... Conflict is first observed as Elizabeth indulges in an affair with a man named Chris, which ends unfortunately in suicide. ... Each conflict is intertwined as the characters involved are all well acquainted and it is these disputes that end in the Elizabeth's psychological downfall. ...

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Salinger presents a number of such elements, including character, setting, plot, symbolism, conflict, and theme. ... This remark was not told through dialogue or interaction with another character, but was instead an inner thought that could not have been stated had the novel been told from a different point of view. ... Holden's profound comments and inner thoughts offer various interpretations of the meaning of the novel as intended to be exposed by Salinger. ...

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In so many of Poe's stories, he brings up the protagonist fighting a counterpart many times, which Chua believes is an indication of Poe's attempt to work out his own inner conflicts and psychological struggles. ...

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The presence of the hat mirrors the central conflict in the book; Holden's need for isolation compared to his need for companionship. ... The author uses first person to allow the reader to gain an insight into Holden's internal conflicts, and gain an understanding of Holden's complexity as a character. ... AS the reader, the employment of stream of consciousness instils a sense of doubt in terms of the reliability of the prose, yet it provides the reader with an insight into Holden's mental processes through a somewhat crafted inner monologue. ...

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Matty must fight with his inner emotions and overcome his mistrust of Smith's words before Jeremiah takes his rightful seat. ... Many other legends hint that conflict breeds invention, as does this one. ...

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• Grade Level: High School