Ethan Frome and the writing technique of foreshadowing

Ethan Frome
Final Essay

Mrs. Wharton used the writing technique of foreshadowing constantly throughout the book. She used it to prepare the reader for the tragic “smash-up” at the end. The foreshadowing she used was not subtle and was seen during many profound parts in the book. This foreshadowing contributes immensely to the book.
The first clue about the wreck was; “He’s looked that way ever since the smash-up; and that’s twenty four years ago come next February.” (1). This foreshadowing lets the reader know that Ethan has been in an accident and that it was a number of years ago, it does not however, give any details about the wreck.
During the body of the book, Ethan’s wreck was not mentioned again, but there were still hi...