Assess The Significance Of The Relationship Between Joseph And David Strorm

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What is the significance of the relationship between David Strorm and his father, Joseph? Why do you think this relationship is so important to the themes of the novel?

The relationship between David Strorm and his father Joseph Strorm is very significant in affiliation to the themes of the novel. According to the novel ‘The Chrysalids’ by ‘John Wyndham’, the society during David Strorm’s period considers anything unlike the true image of God as deviations. While it’s shown that Joseph Strorm was an extremely pious and devoted man, the twist in the tale arises when it is revealed that David is able to communicate through thoughts and shapes, an ability which can possibly be considered a blasphemy by the society. This theme of the novel questions the social and ethical values of people and has a major effect on the turn of events and characterization of the novel. …show more content…

David’s father is positioned as the magistrate of Waknuk and is greatly respected and feared of, for his obligation towards religion. Due to Joseph’s strict nature, he saw no difference between the residents of Waknuk and his family, to which he showed no affection a man would towards his loved ones. This trait of Joseph Strorm had majorly affected David’s perception of his father. A major dispute between Joseph and David aroused when he discovered David befriending a deviated girl. Joseph had caused a great deal of chaos by informing the inspector without even thinking once about his family. He lashed out at David, beat him, and ordered him to go to his room in front of

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