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Diction in Frances Temple's Books
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From: Kathleen Horning <horning>
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 1996 13:30:00 -600
I was glad to see Ruth Gordon mention diction in Frances Temple's writing because, as she said, it's not something that's generally so strongly developed in fiction and, even when it is, we rarely talk about it in our critical discussions of children's literature.
I think Ruth is right about Temple's use of diction. Her choice of words, and the rhythms and patterns of her language give readers a sense of place and also serve to enrich her characterizations. When I think of Djo and Jeremie in "A Taste of Salt," I still "hear" their voices, even though it's been four years since I read the book.
KT Horning, CCBC
UW-Madison
Received on Thu 27 Jun 1996 02:30:00 PM CDT
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 1996 13:30:00 -600
I was glad to see Ruth Gordon mention diction in Frances Temple's writing because, as she said, it's not something that's generally so strongly developed in fiction and, even when it is, we rarely talk about it in our critical discussions of children's literature.
I think Ruth is right about Temple's use of diction. Her choice of words, and the rhythms and patterns of her language give readers a sense of place and also serve to enrich her characterizations. When I think of Djo and Jeremie in "A Taste of Salt," I still "hear" their voices, even though it's been four years since I read the book.
KT Horning, CCBC
UW-Madison
Received on Thu 27 Jun 1996 02:30:00 PM CDT
