In this short story written by Ray Bradbury the author wants to emphasize the negative effects of the technology on the family In order to have a well written short story the author must use many literary devices During this tale Bradbury uses metaphors foreshadowing dialogue similes and tone levels to accentuate the emotional experience One example of foreshadowing is right at the beginning of the story Georges wife is so concerned about the nursery that she bothers to ask for a second opinion