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"Hooks and Feelers"
Analytical Essay # 5522
"Hooks and Feelers"
An analysis of the book "Hooks and Feelers" by Keri Hulme and a description of the use of symbolism in the novel.
750 words (approx. 3 pages) |
1 source |
MLA | 2001
Paper Summary:
In this paper, the book "Hooks and Feelers" by Kerri Hulme is discussed. It shows how symbolism is used to support the plot of the story and how the characters' emotions are also highlighted through the use of symbolism.From the Paper:
"In the story "Hooks and Feelers," by Keri Hulme, the author uses both symbols and events to demonstrate that human faults can lead to both devastating accidents and devastating consequences. The event that causes the family crisis is the mother's accidental injury of her son. She slams the car door in anger, mangling her son's hand in the process. His hand has to be amputated, and he holds her responsible. This amputation is symbolic. As the story progresses, family relationships will be severed as well."More papers on "Hooks and Feelers":
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"Hooks and Feelers" (2012, February 10). Retrieved February 12, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Analytical-Essay-Hooks-and-Feelers/5522
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""Hooks and Feelers"" 10 February 2012. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Analytical-Essay-Hooks-and-Feelers/5522>
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