Why does the author say?

This question seems incomplete, but I'll try to help based on common literary analysis contexts. When we ask "why does the author say [something]," we're usually looking for: Author's purpose - What they're trying to achieve (persuade, inform, entertain) Literary devices - Metaphors, symbolism, irony they're using Character development - How dialogue reveals personality traits Theme development - How the statement connects to larger ideas Historical context* - How the time period influences the writingFor a proper answer, we'd need the specific quote and context. Generally, authors choose words carefully to create specific effects on readers, develop characters, advance plots, or convey themes. Looking at what comes before and after the statement usually provides clues about the author's intent.