类别 全部 - drama - characters - imagery - contrast

作者:Alexander Sadler 16 年以前

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Ethan Frome - Chapter 1

In this chapter, the narrative reveals significant aspects of Ethan Frome's relationships and internal conflicts. Ethan's infatuation with Mattie is highlighted before the reader learns of his existing marriage to Zeena, creating an immediate sense of tension.

Ethan Frome - Chapter 1

Ethan Frome - Chapter 1

Structure

Wharton introduces Mattie and Denis before thay have any dialogue, letting the reader make thier own opinions
Wharton lets us know that Ethan is infactuated with Mattie before telling us that he is married to Zeena
Whaton adds information on Ethans dislike for Zeena and his liking for mattie in peices
Softens the blow a bit and reduces dislike for Ethan

Characters

Denis Eady
Cultured

Is confident dancing

Energetic
A complete contrast to Ethan
A leader

Shown when he calls everyone back onto the dancefloow

Ethan
Dislikes his wife

Regrets marrying her

Was married prematurely

Bitter

Wishes he was dancing with Mattie

Shown when he is thinking about Dennis Eady

Likes his place outside the church as a voyeur as he is unnoticed
Shown to be dragged down
Vry vibrant and energetic
Adored by ethan
The cousin of Ethans Wife

Imagery

Mattie
Cherry-Red Scarf

Symolises sin and wrong doing

"twisting","fluttering"

Shows mattie as a person worth noticing

Inside/Outside the church contrast
Outside

Seperates Ethan from the community/society inside

Plain

Depressive

Dark

Cold

Adds to the sadness of the scene

Reflects Ethans mood

Inside

Happy

Vibrant

Colourful

Warm

Tone

Creates a sense of drama and excitement
Seems more dramatic and a large contrast from the prologue
Changes from the previous conversational tone of the narrator