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War In Liam O 'Flaherty's The Sniper'

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Oxford’s dictionary defines War as “a state of armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country.” This definition only states what war seems from the outside, a fight between two opposite forces. The impact of war is deeper and more long lasting then the war itself, especially on families and people in general. Wars are known for its danger, division, and the destruction that comes along with it. In the story, “The Sniper” by Liam O 'flaherty, the author uses irony, motivation, and mode to reveal the theme that war knows no limit. These three literary elements supports the theme of the story by making it evident and noticeable to the reader.

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