“Uncovering Hidden Meanings: Exploring Themes and Symbols in Literature
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Every story has layers — beyond the characters and plot are deeper messages about life, society, and human nature. In this session, we’ll explore how authors use symbols (like light, colors, or nature) to express themes such as identity, freedom, and morality.
We’ll practice close reading techniques to identify these patterns, discuss what they represent, and connect them to the story’s larger meaning. Whether you love reading or want to strengthen your literary analysis skills for class, this session will help you see stories in a whole new way ✨
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25
Oct
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Why does Bartleby “prefer not to”? What do Melville’s walls, silence, and loneliness really mean?
In this session, we’ll explore the symbols and themes in Bartleby, the Scrivener to understand how Melville uses simple details to reveal deep ideas about isolation, freedom, and compassion.
We’ll break down key passages, discuss major symbols (like walls and the phrase “I would prefer not to”), and connect them to themes like alienation, morality, and empathy.
No prior literary analysis experience is needed — just curiosity and a love for stories that make you think!