Walden Questions on Allusion
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What does the following quote from Walden mean: "Still we live meanly, like ants, though the fable tells us that we...
The quote "Still we live meanly, like ants, though the fable tells us that we were long ago changed into men" from Walden alludes to a fable from Greek mythology in which Zeus created a race of men...
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What are some literary allusions in Walden?
In Walden, Thoreau utilizes various literary allusions, referencing the Bible, Shakespeare, and Greek mythology. Examples include the biblical allusion "keeping new wine in old bottles,"...
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In Walden, how does Thoreau use literary elements to express his closeness to nature?
In Walden, Thoreau uses metaphors, similes, personification, and imagery to express his closeness to nature. He personifies Nature, likening his early rising to assisting the sun. He uses biblical...