Summary Of The Move From Mumbilli To Coghill By C. Burke

Readers are in constant interaction and communication through many recurring themes and ideas conveyed by writers to their audience. J.C. Burke effectively opens many avenues for insight in her book “the story of Tom Brennan (2005). She explores many transitional factors on how to deal with the past, and how it presents a barrier to moving forward, also the importance of new communities and its opportunity for new possibilities, and lastly how family, can create powerful influence in crucial moments for character development and a positive transitional process.

J.C. Burke effectively engages with readers by employing various elements of transition to underscore the overarching idea that holding onto resentment or regret from the past can hinder

Burke insightfully communicates with readers the theme of How finding new communities and the significance of moving forward in life can be a frightening prospect but it can lead to new possibilities The protagonist, Tom, and his family grapple with the aftermath of a tragedy, facing resentment from their old community. However, as they navigate this difficult transition, they come to realise the importance of embracing new possibilities and forming connections in their new environment at Coghill. In J.C. Burke's book, the use of symbolism is evident in the move from Mumbilli to Coghill at the beginning of the story. This transition serves as a powerful symbol of the profound impact the accident has had on the reputation and social standing of the Brennan family. Conversely, early hints of Tom's promise and potential in Footy foreshadow his eventual success and sense of belonging in his new life at Coghill. It opens up the opportunity for many possibilities and the sense of belonging within a new community. Additionally, Gran's significance in the Novel to impact character development is evident in the Metaphor:“‘we’ve got to leave our ghost behind” Gran demonestates to Tom that the past is gone and her advice to move forward to new opportunities and possibilities, Moreover parallelism is employed emphasises the idea of renewal and resilience. ‘Just as the sun rises each morning, so too would our family rise from the ashes of our past."

Burke explores the importance of Family, communicating to readers the underlying idea that Family bonds are resilient and can provide crucial support during times of transition and adversity. Readers witness the profound impact that Gran, Brendan and each other have on the Brennan family's transition to life in Coghill. Not only do they play a vital role in physically relocating the family to Gran's house in Coghill, but they also provide invaluable emotional support and resilience as the family copes with the aftermath of the tragedy. Techniques supporting the idea of the families positive impact include Repetition“we were a team” A team of brennans” the continual phrase of “we” reinforces the idea that family members support and rely on each other, working together to overcome challenges and navigate life's ups and downs, In comparison during times of adversity Tom for instance finds solace and comfort in the arms of his mother, “in Mum's arms. It's like she's created a protective shield around me, blocking out the outside world." Tess emulates comfort for Tom, symbolic of her strength in the family dynamic and reliance on the family for positive wellbeing. Furthermore, Metaphorical language that Tom states during difficult times “Family was like an anchor, holding me steady in the stormy seas of my life”. The Importance of family evident in the quote is used to display the family dynamic in providing a sense of calm, unity during rough seas, symbolic of the