In an essay titled “Sage Femme” the author Samantha Tengelitsch uses many rhetorical strategies such as repetition, contrast, imagery, narrative and certain appeals to develop her argument. Tengelitsch use repetition by writing “my children slept soundly, the dog took little notice” several times throughout her essay which helps emphasize the ease of home birth. The description of the room she gave birth in creates imagery and establishes a peaceful visualization for her audience and illustrates her perspective.
The author also uses contrast by displaying the negative aspects of giving birth in a hospital compared to giving birth at home. “Hospital protocols called for women to deliver on their backs.” “Women actually experience less pain
The author also uses contrast by displaying the negative aspects of giving birth in a hospital compared to giving birth at home. “Hospital protocols called for women to deliver on their backs.” “Women actually experience less pain