Journey into Bhutan, Jamie Zeppa
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- Created on: 30-06-20 11:06
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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.
- 2: Shows Zeppa coming back to reality in her first day in Bhutan, sees more of everyday life in 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.
- LANGUAGE
- 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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