Similes In The Rime Of The Ancient Mariner
Throughout Rime of the Ancient Mariner, two of the many literary devices can be found in abundance. The importance of similes and metaphors give a greater degree of meaning attached to a sentence and conveys what he wishes his readers to acknowledge The first simile I put a finger on was,“The harbor bay was clear as glass.” (Part 6, Stanza 17) As the Mariner reaches land, he notices a bright, beautiful bay and compares it to glass; smooth and clear. Next simile identified, “No voice; but oh! The silence sank like music on my heart.” (Part 6, Stanza 23) The Mariner sees apparent sailors approaching, but is unable to communicate with them, as though he is still in another world. Closure is sunk towards the Mariner and dead sailors. Last but