In many literary pieces, both fiction and nonfiction, imagery plays a large part in the development of the piece. In “Where Sweatshops Are a Dream” Nicholas D. Kristof uses imagery to further enhance his ideas and beliefs on the subject of sweatshops in poverty ridden countries. While his views could be considered highly controversial they also bring up some important points that can be greatly informative to those who aren’t knowledgeable on the topic. He uses his talented writing skills to vocalize his point in a sophisticated and believable manner. With the use of imagery Kristof strengthens his article and displays his belief that, despite the popular belief, sweatshops can benefit poverty ridden countries. Though Kristof counters the favored opinion, that sweatshops should be abolished and taken away from underdeveloped countries, he still validates all of his ideas and causes the reader to think. Imagery traditionally magnifies the reader 's imagination allowing them to create the scene described in their mind, by using this literary technique Kristof creates a more relatable and thought provoking article. “It’s a mountain of festering refuse, a half-hour hike across, emitting clouds of smoke from subterranean fires.” Kristof says, formulating a vivid image in the reader 's mind of the harsh conditions that people are living in. Furthermore, this imagery convinces the reader …show more content…
The article “Where Sweatshops Are a Dream” explains the idea that sweatshops can be beneficial to some places in the world through imagery and other literary techniques. Although the document depicted a less popular opinion it was not any less credible but rather more informed on the current job opportunities in Cambodia and other East Asian countries. The use of imagery supported his views and allowed the reader to develop more connection with the piece. Kristof adopted countless literary techniques to convey his adamant opinion on the development of sweatshops in poverty filled