Journey into Bhutan, Jamie Zeppa

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  • JOURNEY INTO BHUTAN
    • LANGUAGE
      • 'MOUNTAINS RISE TO MEET THE MOON'- metaphor emphasising size of mountains. Alliteration of 'm' gives a sense of harmony and natural beauty.
      • 'MOUNTAINS AND MORE MOUNTAINS' - repetition of 'mountains' emphasises amazement.
      • 'GIANT CHILD' - This whole sentence is a metaphor for the landscape of the country. It is reminiscent of ancient creation myths.
    • QUOTES
      • 'BUT I CANNOT IMAGINE IT' - introduces idea that it cannot be explained scientifically, rather it is somewhere mysterious and magical.
      • 'ROLLING INTO VALLEYS, AGAIN AND AGAIN'- Unusual sentence structure prepares us for something unconventional, suggests the awe the writer feels at the vastness.
      • 'FROZEN DESERT'- there is more evidence again of a tough landscape.
      • 'I SHARE'- notice piece written in present tense, help reader to share experience.
      • 'WINTER AIR IS THINK AND DRY AND VERY COLD'-  not very welcoming. Tough environment
      • 'FLAVORLESS' - not only literally but also culturally flavorless. Not enjoying experience so far. Everyday details are unimpressive.
      • 'BOTH ECSTATIC'- strong word suggests excitement of the other Canadians. Their enthusiasm contrasts with the writer's own feelings.
      • 'PICK UP SOME OF THEIR ENTHUSIASM'- directly admits she isn't enjoying.
      • 'INFILTRATION- negative connotations, outside influence is a kind of pollution.
      • 'BHUTANESE-NESS' - mixed feelings about cultural influences. Looking out for reminders of familiar life, but finds western culture is out of place, alien.
      • 'ACTUALLY NEW'- Use of word 'actually' again suggests how alien everything is to her.
      • 'I THINK'- Zeppa is starting to show a more positive appreciation of her surroundings.
      • "KIRA" OR "GHO" - Bhutanese words add authenticity and to show how she tries to engage with and understand the culture she travelled to. She wants culture
      • 'IMPECCABLE ENGLISH' - again, this is something unexpected for Zeppa.
      • 'NO SINGLE WORD' - loss for words may contrast with 'impeccable English' - good impression of the people.
      • 'RAINBOW'- etc. - the names listed give a mystical, magical feel. Many layers to the understanding of Bhutan.
      • 'INDEPENDANCE'- Account of Bhutan's resistance to colonisation makes it seem resilient and strong. Zeppa's appreciation for the country has grown throughout the text.
    • STRUCTURE
      • Zeppa's first impressions are made from the plane and suggest an overall feeling of awe and of strangeness.
      • 3 main sections in the extract. 1: Begins with her expectations from the air and the first night at the hotel, reflects her awe and wonder and suggests some unrealistic ideas.
        • 2: Shows Zeppa coming back to reality in her first day in Bhutan, sees more of everyday life in the country.
          • 3: Final section sees Zeppa looking more deeply into the culture and history of Bhutan, and establisihing a growing appreciation of the country.
    • IDEAS AND PERSPECTIVES
      • Personal account, factual. Travel writing and memoir.
      • First person, present tense. Bhutanese words and names shows her efforts to get to know the country despite her initial thoughts.
      • develops appreciation gradually throughout text. Understanding.
    • METHODS
      • Metaphors of mountain. Analogy of giant child. Descriptive language and adjectives to convey both impressions.
      • Use of first person to convey personal reflections. Present tense creates a diary feel, suggests Zeppa's feelings.
      • Contrast between the majestic landscape and the small details of everyday life.
      • Use of Bhutanese words for authenticity. Factual language to explain historical details. 3 part Structure. Repetition of 'mountain'. Time markers.
  • QUOTES
    • 'BUT I CANNOT IMAGINE IT' - introduces idea that it cannot be explained scientifically, rather it is somewhere mysterious and magical.
    • 'ROLLING INTO VALLEYS, AGAIN AND AGAIN'- Unusual sentence structure prepares us for something unconventional, suggests the awe the writer feels at the vastness.
    • 'FROZEN DESERT'- there is more evidence again of a tough landscape.
    • 'I SHARE'- notice piece written in present tense, help reader to share experience.
    • 'WINTER AIR IS THINK AND DRY AND VERY COLD'-  not very welcoming. Tough environment
    • 'FLAVORLESS' - not only literally but also culturally flavorless. Not enjoying experience so far. Everyday details are unimpressive.
    • 'BOTH ECSTATIC'- strong word suggests excitement of the other Canadians. Their enthusiasm contrasts with the writer's own feelings.
    • 'PICK UP SOME OF THEIR ENTHUSIASM'- directly admits she isn't enjoying.
    • 'INFILTRATION- negative connotations, outside influence is a kind of pollution.
    • 'BHUTANESE-NESS' - mixed feelings about cultural influences. Looking out for reminders of familiar life, but finds western culture is out of place, alien.
    • 'ACTUALLY NEW'- Use of word 'actually' again suggests how alien everything is to her.
    • 'I THINK'- Zeppa is starting to show a more positive appreciation of her surroundings.
    • "KIRA" OR "GHO" - Bhutanese words add authenticity and to show how she tries to engage with and understand the culture she travelled to. She wants culture
    • 'IMPECCABLE ENGLISH' - again, this is something unexpected for Zeppa.
    • 'NO SINGLE WORD' - loss for words may contrast with 'impeccable English' - good impression of the people.
    • 'RAINBOW'- etc. - the names listed give a mystical, magical feel. Many layers to the understanding of Bhutan.
    • 'INDEPENDANCE'- Account of Bhutan's resistance to colonisation makes it seem resilient and strong. Zeppa's appreciation for the country has grown throughout the text.

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