Who introduced a new focus on realism?

What is the meaning of "full tide" as it is used in this sentence? before i could explain to her the differences of language in this world, she was embarked on the full tide of another subject. a long and involved argument an inaccurate representation a detailed and lively discussion an uncontrollable flood

When mrs. jameson says "it (the desert) won't leave you cold," what does she mean?

Read this passage from "the pedestrian" by ray bradbury: which sentence best describes the overall impact of the setting?