In the prose by James Joyce “The Dead” he shows the congressional progression of Gabriel, positively revealing his psychological self. Joyce expresses Gabriel’s character by the use of imagery and euphemism throughout the extent of the prose’s excerpt. The use of imagery is expressed when stated throughout the whole body of work. “ one boot stood upright” shows the visualization on how Gabriel was standing with his perception in place, proper and conscious throughout. “ A petite coat string dangled the floor” allows the reader to contextualize and use syllogistic manner to develop a new idea. Per, the coat string could symbolize the manner that Gabriel’s morale is in, deeply drawn down in spirit. “From wine and dancing, the merry-making when
