... the discrepancy between the real and imagined worlds. Thus, the construction of Krote's character in terms of appearance, language, behavior and representation of a stereotype is utilised by the persona to make important social commentaries. Appearance is an essential part of the construction of a character for the way it allows readers to associate an image with the ideas presented. Gwen Harwood extends this idea, using appearance to allow the persona to make social commentary on two ideas; the dichotomy of being composed of spirit and flesh and cultural ideas about masculinity. These social commentaries through Krote's appearance are conjoined by his name meaning toad in German. A myth details how the toads head was reputed to contain a precious jewel, ensuing the paradox of an ugly body enclosing a head full of artistic endeavors. In 'Nightfall' Krote is described as being 'square and plump with wild hair,' accompanied by being ...

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