Some Dreamers Of The Golden Dream: Imagery

Part I of Essay
In "Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream," the author Didion uses fiery imagery to parallel the San Bernardino Valley to hell.  It is a place where the "hills blaze up spontaneously," and "every voice seems a scream." (p.3)  Didions hellish descriptions of the geography refle ....

Part II of Essay
.... a book." (p.4)  It is a society where anyone with money can buy a devotion to God with the dialing of a number.  The usage of religion as a money-making business defiles the sanctity of societys most sacred and cherished belief.  However, money is made so morals and ethics are ignored.  Another example of this immorality is Edward Foley, Lucilles Millers attorney.  He says, "We dont want to give away what we can sell," (p.27) referring to information about Lucille Miller and the death of her husband.  Edward Foley, a man only looking to benefi ....