Symbols In The Scarlet Ibis

People hold different things to be symbolic. Dove and peace, a rose and love; they are simple things yet widely symbolic. Symbolism is commonly used in literature to change or deepen meanings or instill a different meaning to the mind of the readers. The reader is forced to think, make connections, and succeed in adding a new meaning to the novel. In The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald uses symbolism in the form of his characters and to develop the theme, the corruption of the American Dream.

Symbolism is the use of symbols to imply thoughts are unique in relation to their literal sense. Authors often use this literary element to create a certain emotion and relay a more profound meaning into a work of writing. As we go through the story, this utilization can be easily found in the classic tale of Rip Van Winkle as symbolism plays a major part.

Symbolism is a characteristic that stands out in a person or thing. People usually use symbolism for something that means to them or represents to them. The symbols are used for many things, for example the apple on the iphone, laptop or iPod symbolizes the brand. Symbols are also used in churches, for example the cross symbolizes Jesus Christ. It symbolizes how he was crucified, put to death on a cross. The colors symbolize something’s to for example the colors white, red and blue symbolize freedom in the United States, it also represents the United States flag. Symbols are also used in movies like the hunger games catching fire; their symbol is a mocking bird with an arrow on it.

Symbolism is used commonly in literature to reveal a deeper meaning through something indirectly. As defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary, symbolism is “ the art or practice of using symbols especially by investing things with a symbolic meaning or by expressing the invisible or intangible by means of visible or sensuous representations” ("Symbolism."). From colors and emotions, such as red and romance, to animals, like doves and peace, symbols better a readers understanding of the text and make for an overall better story. Symbolism gives writer freedom to add double levels of meanings to his work: a literal one that is self-evident and the symbolic one whose meaning is far more profound than the literal one. The symbolism, therefore, gives universality to the characters and the themes of a piece of literature ("Literary Devices."). In the text, A Doll’s House, the author, Hendrik Ibsen, uses symbols of macaroons, the Tarantella, and money to reveal controversial topics between Nora and Torvad.

Symbolism is when something holds a deeper significance or meaning than originally intended. In literature, authors will often use symbolism to keep the reader’s attention and pull them in. Symbolism can allow for a reader to relate on a deeper level to imaginary characters and it can bring a story to life. In the novel, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Hawthorne gives almost everything a greater meaning. He allows for his audience to be drawn into the storyline by changing the symbolism behind things and always remembering to add little details and descriptions. Hawthorne, draws readers into his novel, The Scarlet Letter, by adding symbolism to the forest, the meteor and of course the scarlet letter “A”.

Malia Yim Thompson English 9H 5 October 2017 The Scarlet Ibis “It was pride that changed angels into devils…” as Saint Augustine states. In the short story, “The Scarlet Ibis” James Hurst tells a story of Brother who tries to change his little brother Doodle into the brother he always wanted. DESCRIBE: MORE STORY Through the use of symbolism, Hurst shows the readers that pride should not overcome feelings of love and affection. TOPIC SENTENCE

Symbolism is the practice of attributing significance to objects, events, or relationships. Symbols can tell a story that is deeper and more personal. People can use symbols in many different ways; through stories, poetry, and painting, but are not limited to those subjects. Francis Bacon used many symbols in his paintings. By doing this he did not give the viewer just something to look at but, something to decipher. This way Bacon could tell the story of his life, show his emotions, and make a deeper meaning out of something he enjoyed. Francis Bacon, through his life and painting style, creates a memoir in his 1973 Self-Portrait.

“The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst has symbolic messages hidden in it everywhere, especially in the comparison of Doodle and the scarlet ibis these messages being to accept your capabilities and not over exert yourself. Like when we first see the bird on page 27, “At that moment the bird began to flutter, but the wings were uncoordinated, and amid much flapping and a spray of flying feathers, it tumbled down.” The bird, an exotic beauty (called that in the story), dies after making it all the way from South America to the narrator's home. This was the ibis’ fate. This relates to Doodle in a few ways but the most prominent is that they both worked hard to get somewhere. Earlier in the story, the narrator pushes his brother to learn to walk

When the Ibis died, it had seemed like it was hinting at something, but no one guessed Only Aunt Nicey thought that dead birds brought bad luck. The Ibis did bring bad luck because when it started raining, it had taken Doodle's life as well. Bother, however, was also apart on Doodle's death, but no one seems to realize it. When Doodle fell, he began crying out to Brother. However, Brother did not stop and turn to get him, but ran faster away from Doodle.

Symbolism is defined as the representation; treatment or interpretation of things as symbolic. In society and in particular, literature, symbolism is a prominent component that helps to illustrate a deeper meaning then perceived by the reader. Symbolism can be anything, a person, place or thing, used to portray something beyond itself. It is used to represent or foreshadow the conclusion of the story. In William Golding’s, Lord of the Flies symbolism of the main characters Ralph, Jack and Simon plays a very important role in helping to show how our society functions and the different types of personalities that exist. An examination of Simon as a symbol of good, Ralph as a symbol of the common man, and Jack as a symbol of evil, clearly illustrates that William Golding uses characters as a symbol of what is really happening in the outside world throughout the novel.