Hollie Holsher Post 1

     In the novel All the King's Men, it is evident that the characters language and use of diction is that of strong Southern dialect. It is apparent that Southern language can be colorful and interesting, while some parts of it may feel distressing and unpleasant to those who aren't familiar with the language. It may seem that the Southern accent is uneducated and vulgar, however the language can be quite witty and intelligent; it can make you think. "All you got to do is keep the albumen scared out of his urine." (23). While the use of diction may sound crude at first glance, it is actually fairly beautiful within it's descriptive use wording. The huge volume of phrases, words, expressions and alternate pronunciations are prevalent throughout the book.  "I could see a couple of hogs lounging down there on their sides, like big gray blisters popping up out of the ground." (Pg 43).  While it may seem that the Southern language is offensive or just flat out gross, the use of diction can actually show a beautiful image. Hogs in the countryside is very Southern in itself, but the use of simile adds to the expressive language creating a lovely scenery.