Yes, but I don't think that's essential. Thank u for replying thoughThe way it was published is obviously different than any other King novel
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Yes, but I don't think that's essential. Thank u for replying thoughThe way it was published is obviously different than any other King novel
Hi everyone, I love Stephen King's works and right now I'm writing a diploma thesis on his novel- "The Green Mile". It's been my favourite book ever since I read it for the first time, but now that I'm writing about it, I have difficulties. The question that I need to answer is: What makes "The Green Mile" different from King's other works? I mean, it is not one of his spooky tales, it is radically different from most of his works. Please, any help would be useful. Thanks
I like King’s style chiefly because I am under the impression that he cares little about the social ramifications his text might create when published.
Simply stated, King doesn’t seem to care a great deal about what some might deem as ‘sensitive subject-matter’, consequently why I enjoy much of his work.
I'm a bit taken back by the idea that so many like Paul. Why? Because Tom Hanks was in the starring role? Consider what happens in the story, consider what the story is about, and then ask your self, why is that "like-able"? Is Paul a monster? Well, no...it's Tom Hanks! So if Tom starred as Pennywise we'd think the same? Or is going along to get along that important?
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....I don't see that it's "radically" anything....as others have said, it's the way it was originally presented as a "cliffhanger" series of installments that truly set it apart... it can be argued-it's not "spooky" unless you consider John Coffey's ability scare inducing rather than nearly magical....the richly drawn characters and story are pure King excellence...it is some of his best story-telling ever....if you are indeed looking to pin a "difference" somewhere, then focus on ordinary people, doing a thankless job-that encounter something extraordinary guised in the form of a mis-convicted killer...John is a wonderous "being" that has no idea where his gift comes from... Don't know. To tell the truth, Boss, I don't know much'o anything.....Coffey knows something about him sets him apart, but he cannot describe nor comes to grips with it....that's the crux of this tale...I'm tired boss Tired of bein' on the road lonely as a sparrow in the rain Tired of not ever having me a buddy to be with or tell me where we's coming from or going to or why Mostly I'm tired of people being ugly to each other I'm tired of all the pain I feel and hear in the world everyday There's too much of it It's like pieces of glass in my head all the time......Hi everyone, I love Stephen King's works and right now I'm writing a diploma thesis on his novel- "The Green Mile". It's been my favourite book ever since I read it for the first time, but now that I'm writing about it, I have difficulties. The question that I need to answer is: What makes "The Green Mile" different from King's other works? I mean, it is not one of his spooky tales, it is radically different from most of his works. Please, any help would be useful. Thanks
Hi everyone, I love Stephen King's works and right now I'm writing a diploma thesis on his novel- "The Green Mile". It's been my favourite book ever since I read it for the first time, but now that I'm writing about it, I have difficulties. The question that I need to answer is: What makes "The Green Mile" different from King's other works? I mean, it is not one of his spooky tales, it is radically different from most of his works. Please, any help would be useful. Thanks
Walter, we are talking about the book here, not the movie. In the book, Paul comes across as a very decent, caring man who has a lousy job.
John
I realize that, John. The movie followed the story close, seems like. But you seem to have missed my point. What does Paul know? What does Paul do anyway? Would you have been able to do the same? I would not. So Paul should be heralded because he did a good job? Heh!
Did you really read "The Green Mile"? Of course, there's the "normal people being put into a situation with abnormal circumstances" which is present in every King book, but, how can one say that its publication is the only thing that differs "The Green Mile" from his other works. I'm just shocked. "The Green Mile" is a bright example of King's brilliance as we know he is not fully accepted in the literature world by critics. My task is to explain why it is worth to be regarded as fiction, as it doesn't fit into the horror genre, nor is it a supernatural drama only.I don't find it different from the rest of his body of work. Though the 'hugger-mugger' of a monster/alien/outside evil force isn't present, the story is in its essence classic King: normal people facing an abnormal circumstance with a mixture of failures and successes. This scenario occurs in every King book, including The Green Mile. Mr. King manifests faith in the basic goodness of humanity, and an underlying belief in an outside 'good power'. I don't think he'd always use the name 'God', but he shows a consistence of this core spiritual belief throughout his novels. Mr. King has always featured strong characterization in his stories, and this book is no exception. The only thing that is radically different about The Green Mile is that it was published in serialized form.
skiimom2 is a published writer and might actually be a valuable asset in dissecting one of Stephen's stories. Given the chance, she has a lot of good insight when it comes to writing.Did you really read "The Green Mile"? Of course, there's the "normal people being put into a situation with abnormal circumstances" which is present in every King book, but, how can one say that its publication is the only thing that differs "The Green Mile" from his other works. I'm just shocked. "The Green Mile" is a bright example of King's brilliance as we know he is not fully accepted in the literature world by critics. My task is to explain why it is worth to be regarded as fiction, as it doesn't fit into the horror genre, nor is it a supernatural drama only.
She might be, but I surely do not agree on that with her. Believe me, publication is not what makes "The Green Mile" special.skiimom2 is a published writer and might actually be a valuable asset in dissecting one of Stephen's stories. Given the chance, she has a lot of good insight when it comes to writing.
Hi everyone, I love Stephen King's works and right now I'm writing a diploma thesis on his novel- "The Green Mile". It's been my favourite book ever since I read it for the first time, but now that I'm writing about it, I have difficulties. The question that I need to answer is: What makes "The Green Mile" different from King's other works? I mean, it is not one of his spooky tales, it is radically different from most of his works. Please, any help would be useful. Thanks
I don't think she was saying that the publication made it special. I could be wrong, but I thought she was pointing out that The Green Mile really was no different to the bulk of the rest of his work, even with having a radically different publication method.She might be, but I surely do not agree on that with her. Believe me, publication is not what makes "The Green Mile" special.
Do you mean numbers as in all the people he had already fed to Ol' Sparky? (or might have to in the future)FlakeNoir: Would it have made a difference if the job description called for numbers instead of only one? Paul still went along to get along with Prussian efficiency, he did a job and he did it well, rehearsed it a number of times, followed the script. What's more important, following the script that others have agreed is the course we should take? Or questioning the script when one knows one of the parameters the script is based upon is off base?
Had a man work for me a number of years ago, a fan of The Green Mile he was, could recite that passage, John Coffey, tired of the pain. The man had his ups and downs, as we all do. A year or two ago I heard from another that he had ended his life, a problem with the law, drinking and driving, the knocking on the door, and that pushed him over the edge. Who decides what the script should be? Don't we have a choice in the matter?
'K, but then why isn't it?Yes, but I don't think that's essential. Thank u for replying though
Huh?Did you really read "The Green Mile"? Of course, there's the "normal people being put into a situation with abnormal circumstances" which is present in every King book, but, how can one say that its publication is the only thing that differs "The Green Mile" from his other works. I'm just shocked. "The Green Mile" is a bright example of King's brilliance as we know he is not fully accepted in the literature world by critics. My task is to explain why it is worth to be regarded as fiction, as it doesn't fit into the horror genre, nor is it a supernatural drama only.