I will hear a noise, like a fish jumping, and when I look I'll see Lizzy coming to the surface, shaking off her pink scales, finding her new arms to do the breaststroke to shore.
The quote from Jane Hamilton's "A Map of the World" evokes a vivid image of transformation and emergence. The speaker describes hearing a noise reminiscent of a fish jumping, which symbolizes a moment of change or revelation. As Lizzy appears, shaking off her pink scales, it illustrates a shedding of her past identity and a transition into something new.
This imagery suggests a journey toward self-discovery and empowerment, highlighting the theme of finding one's place in the world. The act of Lizzy using her new arms to swim to shore reflects resilience and adaptation, emphasizing the struggle and triumph inherent in personal growth.
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