Many people have argued that Truman Capote's In Cold Blood blurs the line between fiction and nonfiction. If nothing else, Capote uses many of the literary strategies that a fiction writer would typically employ to tell his story. In your opinion, did Capote have an agenda other than relating the true story of a murdered family? What argument may Capote, consciously or unconsciously, put forth in this book? While you may see numerous potential arguments in this book, select the one that is of most interest to you.
In a 1-3 page rhetorical analysis, identify and explain one possible purpose Capote may have had in writing In Cold Blood. Use specific evidence from the text to support your analysis of this argument/purpose. Consider elements of DIDLS and SOAPSTone. In your analysis, you may want to consider how the text is structured, what Capote chooses to include and/or exclude, and how Capote uses ethos, logos and pathos. Your analysis should refer to a minimum of four specific references, whether directly quoted or paraphrased, from the book.
Due Date: Tuesday, 3/2, on turnitin.com
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