The above topographic map of Gap and the surrounding area has been derived from satellite mapping. The topographic data has been illuminated by a light source corresponding to the position of the sun at mid afternoon in summer. Major roads, railways rivers and other water features are derived from global GIS data.
But, when we refer to the tone of the passage, it refers to the predominant emotion or absence of it displayed by the author. The tone also reflects the attitude of the author towards a subject or character. Any predominant emotion may, thus become the authorâs tone.
The word tone often refers to sound, as in music, or the feeling conveyed by the way someone speaks: His tone of voice told me I was in trouble.. It can also be used to describe the atmosphere of a place â its flavor or spirit â or the shades of meaning in a work that might reveal the larger intentions of an author.