It only takes 90 seconds for this student to explain the differences between a simile and a metaphor. He gives examples of different phrases, along with helpful definition.

This lesson focuses on the literary device metonymy; it defines it, compares it to a metaphor, and provides everyday examples such as "man of the cloth" for priest, and literary examples such as "lend me your ears."

What is a literary element? Find the answer in this video segment that highlights the personal and artistic life of Walt Whitman.

This instructional video shares a tutorial about the topic of metaphors. [1:11]