Out of Darkness Symbols & Objects

Ashley Hope Pérez
This Study Guide consists of approximately 71 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Out of Darkness.

Out of Darkness Symbols & Objects

Ashley Hope Pérez
This Study Guide consists of approximately 71 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Out of Darkness.
This section contains 511 words
(approx. 2 pages at 400 words per page)
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The Radio

The radio is a symbol of Henry's efforts to provide nice things for the family, but the fact that it is broken is a symbol that he is not very smart when it comes to dealing with other people. Beto and Wash fix the radio, which is a symbol of their capabilities in that area.

The Sewing Machine

Henry buys the sewing machine for Naomi as a symbol of his desire to do right for the family. It is actually a bribe to try to make Naomi like him and forgive his transgressions. Muff sees it as a symbol of Henry's love. The fact that Naomi can use the sewing machine is a symbol of her skills.

Beto's Wet Pants

Beto wets his pants in fear when Henry shoots the bird, which is a symbol of Beto's gentle nature and his horror at this violence...

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