Muir’s connotations are described as optimistic and gentle when he tells of discovering the flower. Muir's essay describes the emotional change he experiences when he finds the flower. The words "beautiful," "soft," "purity," "spiritual," and "joy" work together to create a tone of wonder and a spiritual mood. The reader empathizes with Muir’s fascination and discovery through his description of emotions. The reader is equip to understanding the wonders of discovery. …show more content…
This comparison inflates the emotion that Muir is experiencing. He also uses words like “lovely,” “memorable” and “frail.” This translates to a soft and gentle feeling with word choice. The reader will use the comparison made by Muir and take it in an emotional standpoint. This emotion will convey to the overall importance of the writing.
Muir talks about his after emotions with the flower. He says the overwhelming emotions made “hunger and weariness vanish.” This leaves a peaceful connotation in which Muir is now more in touch with nature and not so much with reality. He also goes on to say, “as if never more to feel any mortal care.” This connotation provides insight to his emotions and thoughts. Seeing how he reacts to the flower. The audience is made to feel this peaceful atmosphere as well. Through the word choice and context of the writing, you are able to understand the emotions that this flower can