Discuss the language used in the novel and the structure of the Clear Light of Day.

The language used in the novel encompasses many things including the type of language, the literary devices used and how the author displays meaning in the novel. In the novel "Clear Light of Day' by Anita Desai the use of proper english language is evident. The use of this language is done by the author in order to appeal to both educated and well educaed people. By using this language the author makes the readers feel that they are on the same level. This language also helps to build the vocabulary of students who may have to look up words in the dictionary. In doing so they are learning the meaning of the words as well as the use of the words. The author also uses proper english so that the readers can clearly understand what is being said in the novel without getting lost in the different slangs or dialects of the language, she uses straight forward, clear cut language and it helps the readers to both get through and peoperly understand the novel.

Additionally, in the authors use of language she uses literary devices such as imagery, metaphors, similies, motifs and symbols. These devices are all used to enhance the novel and entertain and engage the audience in thought. For exaample the author uses imagery as one of the main literary devices. The author gives vivid, clear descriptions throughout the novel so that the reader can picture clearly the setting and atmosphere of the novel. The reader does not have to second guess and wonder what India, Old and New Dehli are like, the author describes with great detail, the house, the rosewalk, Old Dehli and New Dehli. She describes all aspects of India to the readers so that they have a clear understanding of the novel and it's background and backdrop. The author uses metaphors and similies to enhance the literary quality of the book. She uses them both to entertain and also to provoke thought in the minds of the readers. They are used also to help decribe what is going through the minds of the characters at a given time. It helps the readers get a better idea of what the author is talking about with the use of metaphors and similies. For example, Chapter 1, page 12, "A part of her was sinking languildly down into the passive pleasure of having ...- why did it not keep up with her?" The author compares Tara to a pebble sinking in a murky pond. This metaphor helps the reader to both understand and maybe even relate to what is happening at that time in the novel.

Furthurmore, the authors use of motifs and symbols throughout the novel are very apparent. These again help the readers to properly understand the novel and also to provie a sort of entertainment for them. For example, the motif of the rosewalk is ever present in the novel. It is there to remind the readers how the house and the garden have remined unchanged over the years. Even through the war, the decay and the time, the garden and the rosewalk remain the same through all of it.

Additionally, symbols are also present in this novel. For example, the well. It is a symbol of death for the children after the cow drowns in it. Because of the cows death the children become afraid of the well because they believe that anyone that goes near it will die as well. Also the readers see this symbol because as Aunt Mira goes crazy she keeps referring to the well where she wants to drown herself which shows the strength of the symbol as well.In addition, The author displays meaning in the novel by using the various literary devices. These devices show the readers the meaning of what the author is trying to express.In the novel "Clear Light of Day" there is a certain structure which the author employs.

The novel is written in four parts or chapters. The chapters all show different stages in the novel and the different times and events in India. All these parts in the novel connect in a non-conventional way, which keeps the readers captivated and helps them understand what is happening in the novel. The point of view used in the novel is an omnicient one. This is where the the narrator knows all of the facts about the characters and the story. In this novel the narrator continuously changes the aspects from which the story is told. Sometimes told to reveal Tara's thoughts and sometimes to reveal Bim's thought for example. This interchanges with all the main characters in the novel. This all knowing point of view helps the readers to fully grasp the concept of the characters their attitudes, motives and the entire novel in general.

Finally, the style of the novel prose fiction meaning that the story is imaginary and it is continuous writing. The author uses both dialogue and ordinary speech to show the readers the different aspects of the novel whether about the atmosphere, plot or characters. In doing this, the readers are both directly told and able to infer different meanings and charactersations throughout the novel. In Conclusion, the author uses specific language techniques and a specific structure throughout the novel to help the readers to be both entertained and thought provoked during the novel and this is all due to the excellent writing of Anita Desai.