Although Pagnucci and Ondaatje tell vastly different narratives, their stories are both cohesive. Pagnucci seems to tie his ideas together with insightful, yet broad statements that continue to link the reader to the purpose of narratives. I like one statement in particular: “Living the narrative life, then, means learning that who you are is all about the stories that form your life”(71). His piece embodies this narrative element throughout in different ways. Some harsh or painful memories may be difficult to recall. Others might be comical, inspiring, or fulfilling. Either way, these experiences ultimately shape people and the way they write.
More specifically, Ondaatje uses multi-genre pieces to enhance the effect of his narrative. Poems and images give the narrative greater meaning and unify the tone of the piece. The author also includes repetition of colors, time, temperature, and references to light, which link ideas and strengthen the tone. Remarkably, Ondaatje incorporates every reoccurring element in one line, “–the night, the early morning yellow, the gradual move to dark blue at 11 o’clock, the new white 4 o’clock sun let in, later the gradual growing dark again.”(32) These meaningful descriptions bring the narrative to life and engage the reader in a creative way.
More specifically, Ondaatje uses multi-genre pieces to enhance the effect of his narrative. Poems and images give the narrative greater meaning and unify the tone of the piece. The author also includes repetition of colors, time, temperature, and references to light, which link ideas and strengthen the tone. Remarkably, Ondaatje incorporates every reoccurring element in one line, “–the night, the early morning yellow, the gradual move to dark blue at 11 o’clock, the new white 4 o’clock sun let in, later the gradual growing dark again.”(32) These meaningful descriptions bring the narrative to life and engage the reader in a creative way.
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