Analysis, Interpretation & Reflection of ”The Shadow”(1847) by H.C. Andersen

  The version we use is from: Andersen's Fairy Tales, translate by Jean Hersholt, Heritage Press, New York, 1943 Andersen, H.C: The Shadow.docx Download Andersen, H.C: The Shadow.docx 1.Intro: Make clear what you are going to argue. (Thesis statement) Bear in mind the introduction is best written at the end of the writing proces. Also consider opening line/image. 2.Analysis: Select the textual elements you consider most important and show their effect on the reader. Don’t write a long plot summary. It gives no points. It gives points to show how the key elements have an effect on the reading experience. 3.Interpret What is the meaning of the story? Use the analytical elements to show how you arrive at this understanding. What type of interpretation do you considering most relevant? 4.Reflect briefly on how you view the perceived meaning of the story: Does it have any relevance to you or to our times?