Eleanor Rigby

Style and Technique

In «Eleanor Rigby», Douglas Coupland uses simple and concise language, allowing readers to easily immerse themselves in the narrative. The storytelling style is characterized by irony and sarcasm, which help convey the inner experiences and thoughts of the main character, Liz Dunn. The author actively uses internal monologues and memories to reveal the characters' personalities and their pasts. The structure of the story is non-linear, with frequent flashbacks, which gradually unfold the plot and add depth to the story. Literary devices such as symbolism and metaphors are used to convey deeper meanings and the emotional states of the characters. Coupland also pays attention to the details of everyday life, making the story more realistic and relatable to the reader.