Storm On The Island Quotes And Ideas Flashcards
The metaphore used is to describe how much damage the winds can cause. Furthermore, the wind is emphasised as mighty as it is described as a gale.
“leaves and branches can raise a tragic chorus in a gale”
The alliteration of the ‘f’ sound creates a negative image of the storm. This used to create an effect of fear foreshadowing the destruction of the storms.
“So that you can live in fear forgetting that it pummels your house too.”
Storm of the island has a quote where nature isn’t sheltering man for the common good; nature is in control and is making life hell for the locals.
“No natural shelter”
Heaney uses a simile whilst using an oxymoron to show that the sea suddenly act up turning into a dangerous storm.
“Like a tame cat turned savage”
Heaney uses the collective pronoun to show that this experience isn’t from one experience - it’s a shared experience.
“We are prepared: we build our houses squat”
Heaney uses an oxymoron to show how casual nature is conducting its wrath.
“Exploding comfortably down on the cliffs”
