erics fragmented memory of the night he assultedEva reveals the extent of his moral emotional disintergation.
whats the anaylsis
the dash creates a dramatic pause emphasising the depth of erics horror and self disgust
the adjective "hellish" evokes imagry of damination and internal torment suggesting that hid guilt has become inescapable. his inability to remeber symbolise how alc and resbonsobiliyy have robbed him of his humanity
alternate intepretation
the ambiguity of hid Erics memory could reflect his subconsciousness to attempt to suppress trauma and guilt linking how the Edwardian rich young generation were taught to not take responsibility
priestleys purpose
Chrisley uses to warn people against the emotional and societal consequences of hedonismprivilege and failure to self reflect actions
impact on the audience
Eric's internal collapse would symbolise how ignoring social responsibility lead the personal reinforcing post will cause moral renewal
