What do you think is real about realism?I find that American literature is made harmonious in the reader's mind as they experience the familiar emotions and almost tangible moments of the expression of an author's realism. Realism is the experiential expression of reality through the written word, as prolifically explained throughout Sarah Orne Jewett's "White Heron." “A White Heron” “A White Heron” is a story that delicately draws the reader into the pure and precious mind of a lonely girl. The nostalgic setting of a child's summer vacation offers Ms. Jewett's readers the quintessence of the local technique of color realism, characteristic of this era of American literature. She designs a tranquil setting that will be savored by those who have experienced the country life that Mrs. Tilley and Sylvia possess. The wooded house, the forest which is regularly combed and the treasure of birds tweeting from scattered foliage lend the realism of local colors to this beautiful literary work. Mrs. Jewett writes: “There was a movement in the large branches above us. They were full of little birds and beasts that seemed wide awake and going about their world, or else saying goodnight to each other in sleepy chirps” (523). It is through the door of Sylvia's heart that the reader receives a bird's eye view of the sacrosanct setting prettily colored by Ms. Jewett's writings. The interaction between Sylvia and the young man is particularly interesting. This man has a mysterious side which masks his presence throughout the story. This truth is brought out by Jewett's omission of the handsome stranger's name. Just as Sylvia initially finds herself unable to feel safe middle of paper......in the narrative. This truth is brought out by Jewett's omission of the handsome stranger's name. Just as Sylvia initially finds herself unable to feel safe around the young man, the reader will naturally also exercise caution in allowing the man to trust. Sylvia's interactions with him animate the words Jewett shares with his reader. One can find a comfortable place to lie in Sylvia's warm heart, as she is slowly soothed by the charm and kindness he has shown her. It is clear from reading “A White Heron” that Ms. Jewett is ardently comfortable with the use of realism in her work. Works Cited Jewett, Sarah Orne. “A white heron”. “Krupta, Reessman &. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. New York: WW Norton & Company, 2007.520-528