I think this story was assigned as the first in this course because it is a story that invokes a sense of wonder and emotion which draws the reader in and can make the student excited about the class ahead. The story causes the reader to visualize everything in detail, from the characters to the scenery, as well as to reflect on the feelings and reactions of the villagers. I, myself, really enjoyed reading this story and I am eager to read more in the coming months. Also, being a short story, “The Most Handsome Drowned Man” provides the opportunity to briefly introduce the class to some of the topics we will potentially be discussing this semester, without be too overwhelming at the start. For instance, we are able to start considering how to write a thesis statement on a piece of literature without having to read an entire novel first.
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Hello, Lisa. I also feel that this story causes us to imagine and speculate about what is truly happening in the story. I also feel that Professor Conway picked this story as our first story as our first reading assignment because she wants us to think differently and comprehend what’s going from different viewpoints.
Lisa, I like your use of the word “wonder” here. Yes, this story creates a sense of wonder and possibility. This is what happens when people set their imaginations free. In the story, the villagers create a myth about the dead man. In their myth, he is like a hero. They then transform their own lives to be more heroic, like their story.
Hello Lisa, my name is Justine. I agree with your reasoning and I agree that it makes us excited about what’s to come. My response is also similar, I said that It may set the tone for the rest of the stories that we will be reading in this class, that mythical feeling and sense. But I also agree with your take on it. I also thought this story was pretty good and my perception changed a bit after today’s discussion on it.