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I think at least the bridge represents contemplation, but perhaps if it...

Sun, 31 May 2009 17:54:41 PST

I think at least the bridge represents contemplation, but perhaps if it was really used for that, people before the war would not have done what they did; contemplating their actions and the consequences of those actions. Art represents the freedom of expression that was subrogated for military and cultural precedence. It shows the blindness with which people were willing ti give up their freedom of expression and become "conspirators" in the...

Symbolism in the book

Sun, 31 May 2009 10:19:27 PST

What are two examples of symbolism in the book and how can i explain how they relate to the storyline

The title of the story is a clue to the mood of the novel. Post World...

Wed, 4 Jul 2007 19:26:26 PST

The title of the story is a clue to the mood of the novel. Post World War II Japan is a time when the people who supported the imperialistic government during the war must assess and try to come to terms with what their country and they themselves did. It's a time of change and uncertainty. Masuji Ono, the narrator, is uncomfortable with the changes in 1948, but he's also concerned about his past and the part he played in allowing the...

How does setting influence the mood of the novel?

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 07:04:06 PST

How does setting influence the mood of the novel?