Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Orwell Response

The author seems irritated that people do not take the correct steps to create an argument paper that catches the attention of the reader. In the essay he states that the development of language needs to increase and it is curable. For the most part language is a major influence on the way we write papers. Writers' become vague in their papers and it ultimately gives the paper a lack of focus. Orwell wants writers to get to the point and make it thorough. He also states that creating imagery, expressing private opinions, and papers that contain precision are things that allow a paper to be enjoyed. Orwell also gives tips to writers when writing a paper that include never using a large word when a small one will do.

The entire point of this essay is to get writers' to be more prepared when they are writing future papers. I thought metaphors were good for a paper but it looks like the author thinks metaphors are unnecessary. Orwell does a good job in not trying to "fix" all the mistakes writers make, but he makes it so writers like myself can improve with each paper. Orwell gives interesting facts about past writings and clearly points out mistakes to make it easier on each person reading this essay.

1 comment:

  1. I think you're right -- metaphors are good for a paper (and Orwell would agree, too). He just wants us to stay away from "stale" metaphors...

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