Analysis+Essay

English 121 Instructor: Lynn Reid Literary Analysis Essay As we discussed in class, the term “analysis” means to break something down into smaller parts and consider how those parts work together. When we think of analyzing a piece of literature, the goal is to figure out how an author is conveying a particular message through the story. For this assignment, you will be working with Hector Tobar’s //The Tattooed Soldier//. Your goal is to analyze how the author conveys a message through the text. Some possibilities include: · The author’s stance on immigration · The author’s position on the war in Guatemala · The author’s stance on poverty and homelessness · The effect of trauma (as seen through one or more of the main characters) · The formation of hierarchies · Or something else that interests you It is not enough to simply argue what you think the author’s position is, though. Your thesis should also include HOW you see the author making that point. Some possibilities include: · Character development · Flashbacks · Shifting perspective · Irony · Or something else

4-5 FULL pages, double spaced Times New Roman Font MLA Style and Format At least one quote from the book in each body paragraph to support your point *Please note: You may base your analysis on the first two sections of the novel if you wish to. * Due Dates: December 3rd (Rough Draft) & December 10th (Final Draft)
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 * This is typically the assignment that 121 students struggle with the most, so be sure to allow yourself some time to focus on it. An essay that simply summarizes the plot will NOT earn a passing grade. *