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The Use Of Tone In William Goldman's The Princess Bride

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In the novel How to Read Novels Like a Professor, the author, Thomas Foster speaks of how an opening page must “seduce the reader” and “give you everything you need to know.” This idea is present in William Goldman’s The Princess Bride, as the first page is full of intriguing writing techniques, starting with a very intimate tone. Tone is one of the “eighteen beauties” Foster mentions. Here, Goldman wants to build a connection with the readers. He wants them to feel eager to go with him while he recaps his “favorite book in all the world.” He continues the intimate storytelling as he allows the audience to see his vulnerability and experience his emotions alongside him. In addition to tone, narrative presence is used to help enhance Goldman’s

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