Her metaphors for her children included barnacles encrusting a ship and limpets clinging to a rock.
by Margaret Atwood (0 Reviews)
In "The Edible Woman" by Margaret Atwood, the author uses vivid metaphors to convey a mother's perception of her children. By comparing them to barnacles on a ship, she illustrates how children can cling to their parents, potentially becoming burdensome as they grow and demand more attention. This suggests a sense of entrapment for the mother, as she navigates her own identity amidst her responsibilities. Similarly, the imagery of limpets clinging...
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