Literary Devices

A device that contains several layers of meaning, often concealed. Something more than literal.

What device is displayed in the video?

The essential or characteristic customs and conventions of a community.

An implied comparison between dissimilar objects. "The curtain of night"

An element, subject, idea, or concept that is constantly present through an entire work.

"So foul and fair a day I have not seen"

Two directly or indirectly related entities close together to emphasize the contrast.

"Mr. Corazza is like Superman and Batman combined."

The act of using rhetorical means to provide commentary on issues in a society.

A reference to a place, event, or literary work by way of passing reference.

When the author uses words and phrases to create "mental images" for the reader.