a.) there are metaphors for the past.... like with the old Indian grounds
b.) the fact that the treasure is buried in the woods, relating to nature
c.) some relation to racism, Propaganda against it, with the references to the devil and the slavetrade and the black man, white man and red man
"The Devil and Tom Walker" exhibits characteristics of American romanticism through its focus on supernatural elements, moral ambiguity, and exploration of the dark side of human nature. The story reflects themes of individualism, the struggle between good and evil, and the idea of nature as a powerful force. It also emphasizes the importance of intuition and emotion over reason and logic.
The story is based off a German fairy tale, which was something many romantic works share in common (being based on Fairy Tales). Also, it is not until Tom Walker strolls through the SWAMP (think nature) that he is able to continue with his life and find "success".
It didn't, he represented Greed.
Nature and a devil
the forest
'The Devil and Tom Walker' is a short story published in 1824 by American writer, Washington Irving. The Devil is the antagonist in the story.
i don't really know names... but, i do know the romantic literature was populaar in the early 1800s, and it focused on the greatness/liveliness of nature, etc. so if you think of the story Rip Van Winkle, that is definitely romantic writing. if you're thinking more like gothic romanticism, a perfect example is The Devil and Tom Walker.
who is old scratch in "The Devil and Tom Walker"
No he tries to cheat the devil
The best example of atmosphere in "The Devil and Tom Walker" is the dense, dark forest where Tom meets the mysterious figure. The thick fog, twisted trees, and eerie silence create a sense of foreboding and supernatural menace, setting the stage for Tom's fateful encounter with the devil.
Tom Walker sells his soul to the devil in The Devil and Tom Walker. Eventually, the devil comes to his home and takes him away on a black horse.
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what was the town like in the story of the devil and tom walker
The satire of the story is Tom and his wifes marriage.
"The Old Gentleman" is the nickname that Tom Walker calls the devil in Washington Irving's short story "The Devil and Tom Walker."
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