anthologyThe term is often used to represent a collection of literary works.
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A published collection of poems or other pieces of writing."She edited an anthology of African American writing."
epitaphA common word found in the book as each narrative is centered on an epitaph of a deceased person.
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An inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there."His epitaph read, 'A loving father and husband'."
monologueImportant format used in the book where each character speaks a monologue.
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A long speech by one actor in a play or movie."The play began with a long monologue by the lead actor."
pastoralThe book has a pastoral theme as it is based on a reflection of a small town life.
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Characteristic of rural life."The book describes the peaceful pastoral life of a farming family."
vernacularThe book uses vernacular language to depict the life and death of the inhabitants of the town of Spoon River.
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The language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular country or region."The book is notable for its usage of the vernacular."