What are the techniques of expression in the novel?

1, Symbolism: Symbolism refers to expressing some abstract concepts, thoughts and emotions with the help of specific images (symbols) of someone or something according to some relationship between things. It can make the article grand, implicit and profound.

2, foil: In order to highlight the main things, with similar things or negative, different things as a foil, this "cloud support the moon" approach is called foil. The use of foil technique can highlight the theme, or render the theme, making the characteristics of the theme more distinct and prominent. Divided into two categories: positive contrast and negative contrast.

3. Contrast: Two opposite things or two opposite aspects of the same thing are put together and described or explained by contrast. Function: highlight the distinctive features of contrast, enhance the appeal of the article, and highlight the theme.

4. Suspense: Put forward unresolved contradictions to attract readers' attention. Function: Stimulate reading interest, trigger subsequent plots and promote plot development.

5. Concern: In the next article, supplement or deepen the content of the previous article, and the previous article prompts what will appear, echoing before and after, making the structure rigorous and the center prominent.

6. Sharp turn: Also known as sharp turn and mutation, it means that the plot suddenly changes in the opposite direction, that is, from adversity to prosperity, or from prosperity to adversity. It is a technique to strengthen drama through the fundamental transformation of characters' fate and inner feelings.