Effective Use Of Language In Sauls Indian Horse

Upon finishing the next section of Indian Horse it is evident that language plays a huge role in the overall flow of the story. Throughout Sauls's journey, the author uses language techniques that build on the overall story and evoke emotions and thoughts in the readers.
When examining the role of language in Indian Horse, it is important to acknowledge its impact on Saul's experiences. A prime example of this is seen in Saul's reunion with Father Leboutilier, where the author's use of language strengthens the emotional intensity of the scene. The words spoken by each character evoke a range of emotions in readers, contributing to the overall effect of the story. In the scene, Father Leboutilier and Saul state, “I’m proud of you, Saul.” We were parked in the hall’s lot by then and he grabbed me and pulled me across the seat to hold me close. I could hear his breathing. When he let me go I could feel his eyes on me,”(Wagamese 179). This demonstrates the effective use of language by the author because while reading this scene readers feel a certain way. While reading this scene,

The game was intense and both teams were evenly matched. This scene was particularly impactful because of the effective use of language. Saul describes the details of the game, stating, "Every player on the Clippers slammed into me whenever they could. I was slashed repeatedly from behind. I was cross-checked, tripped, held and elbowed. When someone pushed my face into the glass with his forearm, I spun on my skates. My helmet fell off, and I was standing toe to toe with the tall centre," (Wagamese 215). Through this use of descriptive language, readers are able to fully understand the scene and feel connected to the story. The language used by the author allows readers to imagine the sounds and feelings experienced by Saul during the