Literary Devices in David Copperfield

Literary Devices Examples in David Copperfield:

Chapter 1 - I Am Born

"a very dragon at his catechism, and who may therefore be regarded as a credible witness..." See in text (Chapter 1 - I Am Born)

This metaphor describes someone who is so strict with (dragon) and well versed in his religious beliefs (catechism) that he can be relied upon to tell the absolute truth.

Pauline Sheehan

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Chapter 6 - I Enlarge My Circle Of Acquaintance

"as poor as job..." See in text (Chapter 6 - I Enlarge My Circle Of Acquaintance)

As poor as Job, an allusion to the character in the Book of Job in the Bible; once a very wealthy man, Job loses all of his wealth as his love of God is tested.

Susan Hurn

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Chapter 9 - I Have A Memorable Birthday

"gave me her cold finger-nails..." See in text (Chapter 9 - I Have A Memorable Birthday)

An allusion to her shaking Davy's hand, without warmth or sympathy.

Susan Hurn

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Chapter 12 - Liking Life On My Own Account No Better, I Form A Great Resolution

"Collar him..." See in text (Chapter 12 - Liking Life On My Own Account No Better, I Form A Great Resolution)

An extension of the metaphor describing procrastination as a thief. "Arrest and detain" procrastination, meaning do not procrastinate.

Susan Hurn

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