You Can't Say You Can't Play
Describe symbolism in You Can't Say You Can't Play by Vivian Gussin Paley
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Magpie is a teacher by nature and is particularly excellent at telling stories. His stories are usually symbolic, representing a conflict at hand and teaching those in the conflict or problem how to understand it and deal with it appropriately.
You Can't Say You Can't Play