The Elegance of the Hedgehog
Describe symbolism in The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery
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Plants represent neglect of children. Solange Josse seems to take better care of her plants than she does her own children, spending a great deal of time each day watering and speaking to the plants.