At the very core of why anyone opens their mouth
to speak is the attempt to manipulate whoever may be listening into doing or
thinking what the speaker wants. This
theory of the vast power and influential nature of language is found all
throughout Don DeLillo’s White Noise. It is a story about a college professor, and
his family who are living a contemporary lifestyle. Through them, DeLillo extensively shows how the
words and language that people hear on a daily basis has a direct impact on
them whether they know it or not. Language
exists for people to get what they want, and is a tool humans use to shape and
manipulate the society around them.
----If you couldn't tell, I am using option 3 for my final essay. Please let me know of any ideas or comments you have about my intro!
