Literary Device in Cathedral by Raymond Carver

Introduction

Raymond Carver is considered one of the leading writers of the late 20 th century, whose works are known for ordinary readers, as well as criticism (McGrath, 20-107). Basically, his career was closely related to their personal growth and development and their literary works, especially the former are constantly affected by the works of other authors who produce a significant impact on views and writing style of Raymond Carver.

Analysis

However, in his later works, it is possible to draw an original style and individual well of Raymond Carver. In this sense, their stories are particularly noteworthy because it had managed to convey their ideas to the audience in the form of short stories, which had to convey a complex thought in a short story, as the "Cathedral", which is considered to be one of the most popular stories written by Raymond Carver. At the same time, the analysis of his literary works, especially his short stories, will help you better understand your own point of view and ideas and getting familiar with his original style and form of writing.

However, before discussing their work, we must insist on the life of Raymond Carver, for his personal and professional life have a profound impact on his literary works, and it is even possible to estimate that their personal experience, largely defined the essence of his literary works (McGrath, 20-107). In fact, Raymond Carver led a life quite difficult and had to go through many difficulties that undoubtedly stiffened his affected writing style and his philosophy and his perception of the surrounding world. First, I must say that he was born in turbulent times in 1938. It was the time when the Second World War was about to start, while his formative years coincided with a post-war period ...