Abstract
Most authors have a clear idea of how they want the reader to respond the works of literature produced by them, and how this response may be elicited most effectively. Mérimée uses various literary devices, such as language, narrative technique and characterization in order to control and gratify his reader. Through these devices he holds the reader's absolute concentration and attention and thereby succeeds in controlling them. There will also be times where Mérimée, like all other authors, must have some elements in their works which will satisfy the reader.
