“The Hollow Men,” by T.S. Elliot is an example of modernist poetry. Modernist poetry often makes its audience think rather than appeal to their emotions. It often alludes, or hints at bigger ideas through symbolism. Modernist poetry is challenging and shows that the speaker is self-aware.
A poet will carefully choose a style to convey their purpose.
Here’s a breakdown on how this is done, use it to guide you on your essay:
-Word choice - Which words are symbolic or create a feeling? Are there words, which represent bigger ideas?
-Imagery – How does the author appeal to the reader’s senses to create an experience?
-Syntax – How does the writer use sentence length or punctuation to create experiences for the reader?
TOPIC: HOW DOES T.S. ELLIOT USE HIS STYLE TO ACHIEVE HIS PURPOSE:
Style Analysis Essay Outline:
I, Introduction:
- In “The Hollow Men”, T.S. Elliot describes _________.
- Elliot’s uses his style to show (what do you think he is trying to represent?).
II, Body 1
a. T.S. Elliot carefully chooses his words to _.
b. Words like “___________” (do what?).
c. Explain why you believe your word choice does what you say it does.
d. Why does it matter to his purpose? It helps him .
e. Concluding Sentence.
IIII, Body 2
a. T.S. Elliot carefully chooses his imagery to _.
b. Images like “quote” (do what?).
c. Explain what your quote means.
d. Why does it matter to his purpose? It helps him .
e. Concluding Sentence
IV, Body 3
a. Elliot also uses __ sentences/phrases to create a feeling of . b. An example of this is “_____________.”
c. This helps him _______ by _______.
d.Additionally, the commas in the story (do what?).
e. Explain how this helps his purpose.
V, Conclusion
a. Restate your thesis (from intro)
b. Did he effectively prove his point through his style?