YTMND Essays

  • The Need of Being Versed in Country Things and The Old Man and the Sea

    1889 Words  | 4 Pages

    As time goes on, the relationship of man and nature evolves as men start to realize that nature is an unforgiving force. Man versus nature is a conflict of a person with a natural force and it is used as plot in fiction works. Most common forces of nature used include the help of winter and conflict with wild animals. The authors of the 19th century were naturalists. Naturalism conveys that human behavior is determined by the environment. These authors evaluate human actions objectively. They portray

  • The Importance of Setting in Jack London's To Build A Fire

    1451 Words  | 3 Pages

    The Importance of Setting in Jack London's To Build A Fire In "To Build a Fire" by Jack London, the setting plays a significant role throughout the entire short story.  Jack London uses certain techniques to establish the atmosphere of the story.  By introducing his readers to the setting, prepares them for a tone that is depressed and  frightening.    Isolated by an environment of frigid weather and doom, the author shows us how the main character of the story is completely