One way an author uses direct characterization is by telling the reader about the character through Albc
what the character says.
O what the narrator says.
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what the character does.
O what the narrator does.

one of the central themes of edward abbey's work has been his staunch opposition to the glen canyon dam on the colorado river that created lake powell, destroying stunning scenery and wildlife habitat, endangering many rare species of fish and animals, and also irreparably destroying many important archaeological sites which provided information about the early inhabitants of the united states.