Describe symbolism in My Life in France by Julia Child

France serves as a symbol of rebirth for Julia. She arrived in her mid-thirties still in the process of finding herself. She struggled to learn the language and communicate with the people around her. Yet, in the food of France, Julia found her calling. The book shows Julia as a budding flower, opening to find her true passion and calling for the first time in France. The country was a muse for Julia and the place that she returned to over and over to inspire her. Through France, she learned more about herself, the culture, and the food.