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The Forest

This is where Joey feels trapped at the beginning of the novel, and where Joey's uncle confronts Kneadus.

The School

This is made up of bores who try to convince the students that they admire classical literature.

The Engineer's House

This is where Joey falls in love with the daughter of the Youngbloods.

Legs

These symbolize modernity, comfortableness with one's body, athleticism, and sexuality.

Mugs

This symbolizes intellectual idealism.

Pupas

This symbolizes childishness and immaturity.

The Branch

This is what is given to a beggar out in the street to hold between his lips.

The Keyhole

This is what Joey peeps at Zuta through.

The Fruit Compote

Joey adds salt, pepper, toothpicks, and bread to this before eating it.

The Tennis Shoe with the Carnation in It

This is what Joey sees as an ultimate expression of the schoolgirl.

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