Summary Of Wiggins 'Evidence Of Things Unseen'

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In Evidence of Things Unseen, Wiggins uses Christian imagery to reveal character traits that differ from what their actions show. The first example is shown with Earl Jr. After Early’s death, Earl Jr. was clearly devastated. Opal and Fos found him broken, but he thought he “could be a fisherman”(164). Even though he mistakes Jesus’ occupation, a fisherman was the occupation of another prominent figure, Peter. Similarly, Earl shows the ability to move on and belief in the future. Furthermore, Earl chooses to leave everything behind and began on a new journey. The imagery is further shown with Mrs.Gallagher and Chance’s relationship with Lally. Mrs.Gallagher appearance was noted to be similar to the “Virgin Mary”(164), which fits her perceived