Symbolism Of Belonging In I Clutch Chris In Cold Skin

In my creative narrative titled “Is This Where I Belong?”I aimed to explore the concept of belonging. To do this, I developed enthralling character development in my extract through the use of symbolism. Inspired by Steven Herricks verse novel “Cold Skin'', I wanted to explore the idea of belonging through the protagonist's perspective, focusing on their personal struggles. In the highly expressive, symbolic “ This mine is where I want to be, with the returned soldiers and my mates from school, who earn a decent wage doing a real job.” Eddies yearn for a ‘normal’ life. The emotive symbolism depicted in the words "This mine is where I want to be” allows the reader to understand Eddie's inner thoughts. Consequently developing Eddie's character

The literary technique of symbolism was used in “I clutch Chris in my left hand and guide myself with my right”. In my story, the concept of Chris Isaak's music was used as an emotive symbol of yearning for a normal life. In the case of my protagonist, life before the asteroid. Throughout my story, Chris Isaak's music allowed my character to indulge in a mental escape, providing familiarity and comfortability. Furthermore, this allows the audience to understand the valuability that her previous life held, and how this change is difficult for her. Therefore assisting me in my objective to represent belonging.This concept relates to Steven Herricks “Cold Skin'' as both stories utilised symbolism to illustrate the characters inner thoughts and wants, even if they were out of reach for them. Additionally, I partook in a multitude of classroom learning and editing processes. Most notably, our lesson on “Whose Shoes Are These” and the valuable feedback Mrs Hiotis provided me with. Our lesson on “Whose Shoes Are These” effectively taught me how to develop a detailed, multi-dimensional character. This helps to develop interest in the story, and elevate the quality of the