The Stone Boy
What metaphors are used in The Stone Boy by Gina Berriault?
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The story's most important metaphor is found in its title. By the story's conclusion, Arnold has metaphorically turned into stone...... an inhuman creature without emotion or feelings.
The Stone Boy