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Frayn presents Keith’s mother, Mrs Hayward in many different ways by his use of imagery, metaphors and irony. From being a perfect, composed lady who is always in control of her emotions, through
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Consider the ways Frayn presents Keith's mother Frayn presents Keith's mother, Mrs Hayward in many different ways by his use of imagery, metaphors and irony. From being a perfect, composed lady who is always in control of her emotions, through a series of culmination, Mrs Hayward gradually develops emotionally and her false facade is unveiled as the vulnerable, passionate woman who searches love and dreams emerge from within her. At the beginning of the story, Frayn uses the third person to portray Keith's mother. She is portrayed as being overly controlled, passive and calm-'She spoke softly and smilingly, with a kind of calm amusement at the world.' This gives the reader the impression that she is at ease with others and seems trouble free and relaxed at all times. This perfect image projected links to the 'perfection' of the Hayward's house as the house is a metaphor for Keith's mother; perfect...
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