The Belle of Amherst

What is the author's style in The Belle of Amherst by William Luce?

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Language is probably the most important stylistic point of the play. The author, William Luce, describes the play as a "love affair with language." Throughout the play, Emily collects words that inspire her. She believes that as a poet, it is her responsibility to use only the best words for her work. The language of Emily's monologue is lyrical and poetic. The monologue is only broken by her poems.