Relationships

One of the primary themes running through "Ancient Light" is relationships. The two primary relationships the novel tackles are romantic relationships and friendships.

The novel touches upon the romantic relationships that exist between Alexander and Mrs. Gray, as well as the one that exists between Mr. and Mrs. Gray. First, it reveals how Alexander feels that Celia Gray is the one and only woman that he has ever truly loved and that has truly loved him. Even though Alexander goes on to marry Lydia, the relationship between them is more fondness than true love.

Mr. and Mrs. Gray might have been in love with each other at one time. Now, their relationship and marriage seems to one of convenience more than anything else. Mr. Gray works all day at his office, while Mrs. Gray works all day in the home. When Mr. Gray comes home from work, she...