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Symbolism In Ray Bradbury's All Summer In A Day Margot

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In Ray Bradbury’s All Summer In A Day Margot, a clear theme emerges as Margot is treated with isolation, prejudice and cruelty. The female protagonist has lived in a world of darkness and rain since her arrival on Venus nearly five years ago. Her peers treat her cruelly with disrespect and Margot is made isolated from her surroundings. Early on in the story, we find out that the sun only comes out once every seven years. Margot’s peers have been on Venus since they were born but for Margot, the adjustment to living in darkness is challenging. After seven years of darkness, the sun is expected and Margot and her peers are excited. We quickly see Margot’s peer’s cruelty as they mock and offend her. Her peers are violent, forcing Margot into
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