A Slipping-down Life
Describe symbolism in A Slipping-down Life by Anne Tyler
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In Chapter Nine, Evie's inability to sleep is symbolic of poor decision making..... giving Drum a place to stay is not the wisest decision, and she knows it.
A Slipping-down Life