"Only resolution and habit can let me make an entry tonight. I am too miserable, too low spirited, too sick of the world and all in it, including life itself...flapping of the wings of the angel of death."
pg 189
I think that this quote shows a significant side of Stewards character to the story. I can understand why he would feel the way he does at this moment in time. The repetition of "too" can just reinforce the strong way that he is feeling inside. Instead of using harsh diction, the repetition of "too" can take it's place to show that Steward doesn't mean any harm as a person, but that he is just frustrated. The "angel of death" is also ironic. Angels are said to be in heaven and sweet and innocent but the way that he uses death seems to be very harsh and intense. Steward was most definitely not happy with himself during this part of the novel.
Sarah
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