Week 4 Question

[carson]

The term "literary non-fiction" can be defined as a non-fiction piece that has been contorted in a way to allow the author to incorporate artistic expression and subtlety work in their own twist. This style attributed to Truman also allows for a more developed, intriguing story, becoming as easy to read as that of fiction. Examples of this are the conversations, thoughts, and actions of the characters within the book, which was mostly his assumption of what was said and specifically done. Being a non-fiction, the reader must understand that some of the small details have high chances in being inaccurate due to the author's fabrication of what occurred, despite the attempt of an objective tone the author attempts to maintain within the book. This leads to conflict within the reader to question what was truth, and what was the mere imagination and subjective views placed in by the author. 

[oscarheithaus]

I agree with you when it comes to Capote's attempt at objectivity, and how he slips his style into subjectivity. Just like when he utilizes the quote from Mrs. Meier when she hears the verdict of Perry, saying, "turned on the radio. Not to hear him. But I could. Crying like a child. He'd never broke down before, showed any sign of it. Well, I went to him. […] He reached out his hand. He wanted me to hold his hand, and I did, I held his hand, and all he said was 'I'm embraced by shame'". This use of pathos on Capotes part to victimize Perry even after the verdict resonates with the audience, and this seemingly objective non-fiction book becomes one of emotional subjectivity.