1. A White Heron
In the realistic story, "A White Heron," character and characterization are the most important elements of the story because of the emphasis on Sylvia in general, as well as the difficult resolution she is forced to make. ... The entire first half of "A White Heron" describes Sylvia's day-to-day life at her house, and how it drastically changed when the mysterious stranger appeared. ... With every intention of telling the stranger the precise position of the heron's home, Sylvia sets out early in the morning to find the heron. ... She is torn between changing her poor lifestyle ...
- Word Count: 367
- Approx Pages: 1
- Grade Level: Undergraduate