A 1st person narrative is no more, potentially, unreliable than any other kind of narrative technique (3rd person etc.). ... However, the first person narrative of "Enduring Love" cannot be stereotyped in this way. ... His narrative directly reflects that of scientists and the method in which they examine evidence. ... Joe introduces this overview of the buzzard suggesting that within his own narrative he is trying to be as unbiased as the buzzard would be, striving for the perfect narrative that sees and hears all. ... However, the first person narrative in "Enduring Love", though unreliabl...

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Arthur's more reasonable and relatable narrative starts with the love of his wife and daughter. ... Another writer who typically is not associated with the temperance narrative is Poe, who replicates Arthur's narrative in a dark and satirical way. ... This experience is replicated in Arthur's narrative. ... Both of their techniques appeal to people's emotions and provide us with further knowledge about the life of an alcoholic. After reading both narratives, I came to the conclusion that Poe's more satiric narrative supports the temperance movement by offering a grueso...

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