Diction Observation

In Nicholson Bakers novel The Mezzanie the setting is on an escalator on the way to his office. The setting displays the hustle and bustle of the busy work place.  Also, the description of the lobbys prestige suggests that this work place is somewhat of importance. The words and phrases for example, "long glassy highlights" and "black rubber handrails" describe the element of a prestigous setting.