… perhaps even ominous. Naturally, many people become curious and want to find out what lurks about in the dark and be able to say that they know what others do not. In F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby, the main character, Jay Gatsby…

… their works. As a literary device, symbolism has the power to add depth to a piece of writing. It forces the reader to think and make connections and succeeds in adding a whole new meaning to the experience of reading. In the novel The Great Gatsby,…

… the Sea, he uses much symbolism to assist the readers understanding of the massage he is trying to portray. The Old Man and the Sea isn’t just a book about an old man and the sea. There are many hidden meanings to it. Each element represents different…

… symbolism and other such ideas in Stephen Crane's novel, The Red Badge of Courage. The use of themes, imagery, and Impressionism are discussed, as they are present in The Red Badge of Courage. In Stephen Crane's literary marvel, The Red Badge of…

… literary devices in order to convey certain points to a reader on a different level. Nathaniel Hawthorne uses several literary devices to give his novel The Scarlet Letter depth. One of these devices is symbolism. Hawthorne utilizes symbolism to convey…

… about a woman named Hester Prynne. In the novel Hester has committed adultery. The novel tells about her struggles and how she deals with them. The novel shows symbolism as well with the letter “A”. The significance of the letter changes from the…

… long before the modern women’s movement began. Symbolism is used in the play so that the audience is able to see through the eyes of Minnie Wright, and determine why she killed her husband. Character’s names, the bird, and a quilt are three key symbols…

… "The Chrysanthemums" is a story that utilizes symbolism on many levels. Most of all, I believe in the character of Elisa Adams. Elisa and her garden seem to be considered one. Because of all of her hard labor and love the Chrysanthemums flourish. The…

… or demise of the main character in the play. Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth, is the story of a thane, Macbeth, who murders his king, Duncan, for personal gains. Despite Macbeth’s negative attributes, (greed, corruption, paranoia, etc . . .)…

… of Two Cities, the author, Charles Dickens, lays out a brilliant plot. Charles Dickens was born in England on February 7, 1812 near the south coast. His family moved to London when he was ten years old and quickly went into debt. To help support…