Fishing

For Jack, the act of fishing symbolizes beauty and peace. Over the course of his life, Jack has resorted to fishing in times of extreme distress. However, the sport is not merely a form of distraction from his internal turmoil. Rather, fishing allows him to feel more like himself through a connection to the natural world.

River

The river at Kingfisher Lodge symbolizes balance. While fishing in the river, especially with Alison, Jack feels more grounded and present. The water, traditionally a symbol of purity or salvation, grants Jack a cleansing feeling from his internal upset. The river also provides Jack and Alison a place to talk and connect outside the complications of the lodge and their psychic complications.

Fish

The fish that Jack watches on the day that Kreutzer fires at him, symbolizes soulfulness. Jack is particularly enamored by the fish because of its beauty...