ENGL102 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2-4: Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Amatory Fiction, The Yellow Wallpaper
20 Jul 2018
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Is a genre rather than a form (not involving technical elements, metres, rhymes) Originating during the expansion of periodical print culture (magazines began to be printed and popularized) Short stories became more marketable and interesting to readers. Edgar allen poe (19th century) - most influential short story writers, short stories are meant to be read all at once in one sitting, producing a more powerful impression to the reader. Singularity of effect (poe) - the powerful impression from the short stories , which stems from a focused and detailed narrative, with every aspect working towards that impression. "a certain unique or single effect" "combines such events as may best aid him in establishing this preconceived effect. " First sentence on must give a powerful impression to the reader. James joyce - conception of epiphany, a new and sudden insight or perception to understanding one"s self or relation to the world around them, often life-changing (began as a central element)
