English & Literature

In Mary Shellies "The Mortal Immortal"

Which literary devices are used? How might those literary devices help the reader understand the message or lesson the author might want the reader to get from the story?

Asked by silphingesmane10@gmail.com on 25 Oct 02:57

Last updated by Jill W on 25 Oct 11:11

1 Answers

Answered by Jill W on 25 Oct 11:11

"making another man a Cain..." (Allusion)

"escaped from a gilt cage to nature and liberty..." (Metaphor)

"with smiles of enchanting archness and a step like a fawn--this mincing, simpering, jealous old woman...." (Simile)

Source(s)

The Mortal Immortal