THE BODY SNATCHER

by: Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894)

Choose a short passage/poem from your favourite author. Look closely at their writing style. For example, What are their sentences like? What sort of words do they use? How do they describe people and events? Do they/How do they use dialogue?

Write a short passage in the style of this author on a topic of your choice. Be prepared to come to class on Monday 18th February, and:

1. Read part of your chosen passage
2. Explain what appeals to you about this author’s writing style
3. Read out your own piece of writing
4. Talk briefly about what you have chosen to copy and what you have decided to do differently

'Macfarlane!' he said somewhat loudly, more like a herald than a friend.
The great doctor pulled up short on the fourth step, as though the familiarity of the address surprised and somewhat shocked his dignity.
'Toddy Macfarlane!' repeated Fettes.
The London man almost staggered. He stared......

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Title: "The Body Snatcher"
Approximate Word Count: 1446
Approximate Pages: 6 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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