What is the author's style in Whittington by Alan Armstrong?

The language used by the author in constructing and defining the narrative is generally quite accessible and easily understood. There are occasional glimpses of more poetic imagery, words and phrases that suggest a broader and deeper emotional or spiritual sensibility without being too overt and/or overly emphatic. In other words, the language of the piece is straightforward but evocative, leaving plenty of room for readers to engage with the story on a personal level. The language used to portray the familiar but idiosyncratic characters helps with this, with traits, realizations and actions alike described with vivid, but understated, economy.