Themes And Symbolism In Night Calls By Lisa Fugard

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Symbolism Symbolism is used by many in all types of literature. There are several ways that symbolism is used. Literature often uses symbolism to represent the current state of society. The writer uses symbols to create a mood or emotion in a work of literature. It helps the reader make a connection with what the writer is saying. As noted below are some examples of how symbolism is used. In the story “Night Calls” by Lisa Fugard, a heron is the symbol. The bird symbolizes the love her father had for her mother that had died in a car accident. When the heron is around the father is happy and brings back the love he felt for his wife when she was alive. It also gave the father strength to move on and make Modder River like it once was. When the

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