The writing style and influence of Anderson Sherwood

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[...] His use of setting, narrative and character development creates a sense of belonging and understanding in his readers, allowing them to sympathize and understand his characters. Works Cited Anderson, Sherwood. "Queer." Winesburg, Ohio Apr Anderson, Sherwood. "Sophistication." Winesburg, Ohio Apr Jameson, Will. Rev. of Winesburg, Ohio, by Sherwood Anderson. American Studies Today Apr McCrone, Audrey. "Winesburg, Ohio Review)." Rev. of Winesburg, Ohio, by Sherwood Anderson Apr . [...]

[...] Another key element in this segment is the characterization of Elmer Cowley. Anderson portrays the character as a very unhappy, sour individual. He feels rejected and scorned, and spurns the small town society, eventually seeming as if he was slightly deranged. However, it is important to notice that in his paranoia, Elmer becomes more childlike. According to a book review written by Audrey McCrone, “Human behavior is a reaction to both subconscious realities and experiences hidden in the forgotten past. [...]

[...] Anderson makes this point clear when he writes, "they had for a moment taken hold of the thing that makes the mature life of men and women in the modern world possible" (Anderson Sophistication). In saying this, Anderson means that these two individuals have grown significantly as people; they are mature. Only because of this can they truly appreciate what it would be like to be children again. They have understood the responsibilities that await them, and are no longer trying so hard to prove that they are ready to meet the challenges that will be placed before them. [...]

[...] The Writing Style and Influence of Anderson Sherwood Anderson Sherwood was an important and influential figure in American literature. His works have helped to motivate writers by the likes of Ernest Hemingway, William Faulkner and John Steinbeck. In his works Queer and Sophistication, Anderson allows his readers a glimpse of what life was like for him in a small town. Through his use of narrative and descriptive language, Anderson illustrates how his characters evolve according to the world around them. [...]