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Significant Use Of Symbolism In Yann Martel's Life Of Pi

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Yann Martel’s Life of Pi embark upon the significant usage of symbolism in his literary work. Images, colors, setting, and even characters are used as symbols by Martel to stand for something and give more meaning other than what it may appear at first glance. Life of Pi reveals the life of a young Indian boy named Pi Patel who battles the hardships of being in isolation under incomprehensible circumstances. His only hope is his undying belief in God and the confidence that he will be saved one day in tow. The symbols used by Yann Martel of the Life of Pi demonstrate how an individual’s sense of reality will be based on his/her beliefs, values, knowledge and experiences.

As an individual who is born and raised into Hinduism, Pi is taught to
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