... and that I find crucial to the success of the novel is symbolism. The theme of the on which the story is based is familiar to everyone the choice to by little luxuries or to do with out and save up for something special. The technique called symbolism is when something stands for something of a wider significance. The main theme or idea ... red, with cold gleaming chromium-plated handle bars" and then on Annie and Charlie's first date he describes Charlie as "good looking in a flashy sort of way" and he wears a "scarlet pullover". The writer shows similarities with Charlie and the bike ...

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