Literary devices are the most direct way in which an author reinforces the themes of a novel. ... One of the most important parts of the house in terms of symbolism is the library, and Winton uses this to present his views on the racial policies of Australia in the 1950s. ... Thus, when Rose and Lamb make love in the library, "their sudden love remains in the room, hanging like incense". ... We are first introduced to this when the old lady dies in the house while playing on the piano and "her nose hit middle C hard enough to darken the room with sound". In this case, the note of Middle C has ...

• Word Count: 1957
• Approx Pages: 8

The changes a man goes through while at war makes for the central theme of the story. ... He hardly interacts with anyone and falls into a pit of loneliness. ... It can only be assumed that seeing the tragedies of war changed Krebs" view of religion and his faith in God. ... Hemingway produces an effective theme in "Soldier's Home" by showing the inner conflicts of a young man returning home after serving in a war. ... Only the men and women who have fought in war could possibly understand the main character's changed views on life. ...

• Word Count: 1337
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

"The dancers "and the observer share opposing points of view towards life. ... The room filled with "smoke and sweat", and "wonderful feel of girls", illustrates the atmosphere of the room with the dancers. ... The speaker has an alternate view towards happiness. In stanza 3 he goes on to equate the call of the trumpet with Art. ... This theme is presented through a momentary arrival of an ambulance that steals the glances of passerby. ...

• Word Count: 1545
• Approx Pages: 6