Identity In Rebecca By Daphne Du Maurier

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One of the main themes in Rebecca, by Daphne Du Maurier, is identity. This theme is evident in the main protagonist. The first way the main protagonist displays the theme of identity, is by not having a specific name. She is a simple, plain servant to Mrs. Van Hopper. Mrs. Van Hopper treats her as if she is nothing, making it obvious that the main protagonist does not know who she truly is, other than Mrs. Van Hopper’s servant. The second portrayal of the theme of identity in Rebecca is displayed when the main protagonist becomes involved with Maxim. Maxim finds the main protagonist unique and intriguing. He quickly starts to try and figure out who the main protagonist truly is by spending alone time with her. Soon, Maxim realizes she is

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