Allusions In Frankenstein

1. Allusion – A direct or indirect reference to something which is presumably commonly known, such as an event, book, myth, place, or work of art. Allusions can be historical, literary, religious, topical, or mythical. There are many more possibilities, and a work may simultaneously use multiple layers of allusion. (Ex: "seventy times seven"- Wuthering Heights)
2. Characterization- The author's expression of a character's personality through the use of action, dialogue, thought, or commentary by the narrator or another character. (Ex: Mr. Lockwood in the first chapter-Wuthering Heights)
3. Contrast- A device where two objects or ideas are put in opposition to one another to show or emphasize the differences between them (Ex: Lockwood compared
Detail- A particular item of information (including descriptive, illustrative, and statistical information) that supports an idea or contributes to an overall impression (Ex: Statue in Percy Bysshe Shelley’s Ozymandias)
5. Diction- Refers to the writer’s word choices, especially with regard to their correctness, clearness, or effectiveness. Diction, combined with syntax, figurative language, literary devices, etc., creates an author’s style.(Ex: “A perfect misanthrope's Heaven - and Mr. Heathcliff and I are such a suitable pair to divide the desolation between us.” –Wuthering Heights)
6. Figurative Language- Uses words in some way other than for their literal meanings to make a comparison, add emphasis, or say something in a fresh and creative way. (Ex: “King of kings”- Ozymandias)
7. Foil- A character who contrasts with another character (usually the protagonist) in order to highlight particular qualities of the other character(Ex: Lockwood v. Heathcliffe- Wuthering
Motif- A recurring object, concept, or structure in a work of literature. A motif may also be two contrasting elements in a work, such as good and evil
12. Romanticism- An artistic and intellectual movement originating in Europe in the late 18th century and characterized by a heightened interest in nature, emphasis on the individual's expression of emotion and imagination, departure from the attitudes and forms of classicism, and rebellion against established social rules and conventions
13. Setting- Includes the historical moment in time and geographic location in which a story takes place(Ex: Wuthering Heights and Thrushcross Grange- Wuthering Heights)
14. Symbol- Generally, anything that represents itself and stands for something else. Usually a symbol is something concrete -- such as an object, action, character, or scene – that represents something more abstract. However, symbols and symbolism can be much more complex(Ex: Catherine’s Ghost- Wuthering Heights)
15. Syntax- – The way an author chooses to join words into phrases, clauses, and sentences. Syntax is similar to diction, but you can differentiate them by thinking of syntax as groups of words, while diction refers to the individual words(Ex: Structure of the sonnet