The use of language is the component of literature where Pessoa shines. He presents Soares as an eccentric writer with a knack for choosing just the right words to say what he wants to say. Although Soares discourages the writing of poetry, except by children, his prose sometimes carries the rhythm, rhyme, and beauty of poetry. He uses a variety of literary devices to color and enliven his writing. Along with the use of these devices, Soares also bends the rules of grammar to say exactly what he wants.