On the surface, this piece examines the fad of the Mid-Atlantic accent, an acquired accent most popular in the early 20th century, before World War II. This fad was particularly popular amongst upper-class East Coast socialites and was appropriated by actors later in the 20th century. This fad represented a time when class status and wealth were idealized. However, through this fad, we can see an examination of what language is and how, below the surface of this thing we all take for granted every day, there is a complex structure to how we form words, letters, and sound. This complexity is juxtaposed with the basic nature we associate with learning to speak. We teach our children to do it; it is a base, rudimentary aspect to most of our lives.

At its core, the Mid-Atlantic accent is a taught accent. Throughout my research, this theme kept appearing—actors and upper-class East coasters were taught this accent; the leading book on this accent is an educational book, with pronunciation explanations and exercises. This idea of teaching and learning is central to the aesthetic of the design and is what influenced me to look further into this fad. 

The epilogue is the final culmination of all the aspects of the English language (vowels, diphthongs, triphthongs, and consonants) and the pronunciation of the Mid-Atlantic accent. All of the shapes come together to form a cohesive pattern, unique to that specific dialog.