What is symbolism? Symbolism is everywhere; symbolism exists whenever something is meant to represent something else. Symbolism is a figure of speech that is used when an author wants to create a certain mood or emotion in a work of literature. It is the use of an object, person, situation or word to represent something else, like an idea, in literature. Symbols are meant to be universally familiar so that the author's message is more readily understood. As a matter of fact, we are familiar with the universal in everyday life: flags, road signs and even logos.For example the logo of a dove immediately reminds people of peace, because doves, by nature, are peaceful. What about a national flag, is symbolic, because it expresses something larger than itself: the culture of a country. So, symbols deliver complex ideas and concepts in a highly recognizable way.
I liked your description of symbols in our everyday life. We are so often bombarded by signs/logos/symbols that we neglect what they mean. Thank you for reminding me what they all mean.
ReplyDeleteGreat description of the symbols we are all exposed to in our everyday lives. You're right that we see symbolism everywhere. It does get us at the point where we don't really pay attention anymore.
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