East Wind

Characterization
The Mother:

The character of the mother is displayed through various language techniques such as diction, metaphor, and syntax. She is seen as very possessive, as well as protective, of her family specifically her son. We see her face the challenges of raising a child alongside external influences, and through those challenges we learn the type of person she is, and the type of person that the author has represented her as. She is caring, protective, responsible, and steadfast. She is represented as a typical mother, one who is fiercely loving and caring for her child/children.

Title
"East Wind" - The east wind symbolises a destructive force coming, referring to the eventual

Point of View
The point of view of the East Wind is first person, as told from the perspective of the mother who fills the role of the central character of the supporting character, Michael - a sufferer of drug abuse.

Figurative Language
Metaphor and extended metaphor is used extensively in the story, the predominant extended metaphor is the comparison of Michael

Syntax
The use of contrast between lengthy, beautiful sentences with short, choppy sentences helps create a sense of tension throughout the story, foreshadowing a fate different from the lighthearted reminiscing of the main body of the story, at least initially in the story.

Symbolism
The usage of 'four walls' throughout the story, namely as a source of protection as well as a place of confinement for Michael, is used as a motif throughout the story as a dynamic force that changes along with Michael as he himself changes throughout the years.

Tone
Throughout the text, the tone of the narrative consistent as the narrator goes through bouts reverie and reflection. This is layered with emotion of nostalgia and reflection upon a better time, after a traumatic loss, caused by Michaels loss as his mothers son.

Issues

 * Loss of control
 * Maternal protection
 * Loss