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Symbolism In The Red Dragon And The White Dragon

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Throughout the story of “The Red Dragon and the White Dragon” by David Day, symbolism is used to show how the White Dragon represents the Saxons and how the Red Dragon represents the Britons. To explain, as Day retells the story of how the two dragons were discovered; he mentions that Merlin elaborates on the dragons’ fight. He retells that Merlin stated, “[the red dragon’s] dwelling place shall soon be occupied by the White Dragon, who is the Saxons you have welcomed into your kingdom.” Moveover, the White Dragon, as a symbol, is used to warn the Britons that the Saxons, who they have let into their country, are a dangerous threat. Thus, they are warned that the Saxons are harsh opponents that will defeat them in battle. Similarly, Merlin
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