The Things We Keep: A Novel
How does the author use symbolism in the book, The Things We Keep: A Novel?
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The scarf that Anna drops at the beginning of the novel symbolizes the connection that Anna and Eve will share together. A scarf is an object that can tie something together, and it does so with Anna and Eve. A scarf is also an object of comfort, which both Anna and Eve become for each other.
The Things We Keep: A Novel