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Descriptive Imagery To Describe The Front By Paul Baumer

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This quotes is said by the narrator, Paul Baumer, as their company arrives at the artillery lines. This passage is important as it uses imagery to describe the front as well as displaying the soldiers’ feelings. The descriptive language is used to create a vivid image of the destruction and feelings of those around them. The “acrid” air from the smoke and the “bitter” taste of the powdery fumes creates an image of the artillery lines while showing the negativity towards this as it is described as such. Not to mention, the guns are personified creating a negative image towards the fighting as they “roar.” The soldiers’ faces change “imperceptibly.” Through this, it is seen that this atmosphere is no longer unsettling enough to spark a grand
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