Since the correct phrase “all right” sounds just like the non-word “alright,” why in God’s name would North use “alright” rather than “all right”? The characters are speaking, not writing. What is the purpose of representing speech with illiterate writing? The illiterate writing represents North, not his characters. Why can’t North set a good example for readers?
Since the correct phrase “all right” sounds just like the non-word “alright,” why in God’s name would North use “alright” rather than “all right”? The characters are speaking, not writing. What is the purpose of representing speech with illiterate writing? The illiterate writing represents North, not his characters. Why can’t North set a good example for readers?