literary

  1. J

    Literary devices used in the crucible (examples of where they are in...

    ...quotes in the book)? Can anyone give me some examples of literary devices used in the crucible such as alliteration, allegory, metaphors, things along that line. I mean I have some down but my teacher wants multiple examples from each act. Oh and I've already tried book rags and sparknotes-...
  2. Z

    Won a literary prize at my university. Is it a big deal?

    The creative writing department at my university gives out 4 prizes for fiction a year, and I was one of the winners last year. The prize was $1000. Do you think that this is any indication that I might have what it takes to become a real writer? FYI, I go to an Ivy League school if that should...
  3. A

    literary fiction someone indie would like?

    My favorite authors are Elliot Perlman, Douglas Coupland, Margaret Atwood, Chuck Palahniuk, Bret Easton Ellis, Miranda July, and Dave Eggers. (Don't read David Sedaris.) Who else is a good author that writes emotional fiction? I've already read that one. :)
  4. K

    What is the best classic novel for literary criticism?

    Is ILIAD good enough for book report? I have iliad here at home? or do you think you can suggest better? PLS HELP!
  5. J

    help with identifying literary devices?

    after learning that kennecott was really out on strike trying my own patience like a loose tooth phil was always there, reeking of chewing tobacco, drooling strings of it into the chipped enamal mug he carried with him everywhere. phil had been badly burned in a house fire that left his skin...
  6. B

    discuss the importance of weather in a specific literary work?

    rain symbolizes a purification... it can often erase and wipe away the stains on a certain character please list some novels in which rain serves as a positive symbol
  7. B

    discuss the importance of weather in a specific literary work?

    rain symbolizes a purification... it can often erase and wipe away the stains on a certain character please list some novels in which rain serves as a positive symbol
  8. I

    Please help! I'm desperate- Literary Elements of The Scream by H. Briscoe?

    mood tone climax falling action a.s.a.p. Thanks. I will give full points- the most amount of stars- to the Best Answer
  9. L

    Do you have to pay for literary agents?

    I'm an author and I've already gotten my book copyrighted and I want to find an agent. I've never had any experience with agents so i was just wondering I have to pay for them. My sister told me I only have to pay a certain percentage of how much I make, but I'm still not sure. Thank you to...
  10. J

    What are some literary terms in travel team and what page are they on?

    I left my book in my locker and my report is due tomorrow
  11. A

    What are the literary devices used in this passage of Macbeth?

    LADY MACBETH O proper stuff! This is the very painting of your fear: This is the air-drawn dagger which, you said, Led you to Duncan. O, these flaws and starts, Impostors to true fear, would well become A woman's story at a winter's fire, Authorized by her...
  12. K

    What about a literary term for this Shel silverstein poem?

    No grown-ups allowed, We’re playin’ a game, And we don’t need “Be-careful” or “don’ts.” No grown-ups allowed. We’re formin’ a club, And the secret oath Must not be shown. No grown-ups allowed. We’re goin’ out for pizza-- No, no one but me and my crowd. So just stay away. Oh, now it’s time to...
  13. K

    What would be a literary term for this poem by emily dickenson?

    If i can stop from one heart from breaking I shall not live in vain If I can ease one life the aching or cool one pain Or help a fainting robin unto his nest again I shall not live in vain More basic literary terms if you would please
  14. C

    What literary elements are in the poem "Oranges" by Gary Soto?

    My assignment asks me to select two literery elements from "oranges" and to explain how the poet uses these elements to reveal the personalities and feelings of the boy and girl. I know that one of the elements is symbolism, but i need help with the other. Please help me if you can!
  15. J

    Help in writing Literary Ballard

    I need help in writing a literary ballard for my English class. I have read plenty about them but I can't seem to get started on one. I would gladly accept any help you could offer. Thanks in advance. Jamie
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