Huttmann Uses Inverted Syntax In Maura's Deterioration

Huttmann uses inverted syntax when describing Maura’s deterioration. Mac continues to endure his treatments and resuscitation each time he stops breathing. Huttmann shows how this harms Mac but also describes how it is, “also long enough to watch Maura’s transformation from a young woman into a haggard, beaten old lady,” (1). The use of inverted syntax in this sentence tells the reader that Maura transformed but does not reveal how until the end of the sentence. This device helps Huttmann portray the message of feeling guilty to her audience. She makes the audience feel guilty for what has happened towards Mac and his loved ones.

Huttmann uses guilt-ridden diction as she continues to go through her story and argument. Mac continues to suffer