1. Identify & explain 5 symbols found in text. Although Haroun and the sea of stories is a children's literature, symbols which overlap as archetypes are used to make this novel contain a deeper meaning and be just as enjoyable for adults. <Tab/>Weather in this story symbolizes the current feeling or emotion of the characters. Dull, gloomy days often occurred when the character is depressed: "this sudden mist positively stank of …showed first 75 words of 2472 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2472 total…she awakes at the end of the book and finds out that her adventures in wonderland have also taken place in a dream. This adds meaning to the story because Rushdie can create a magnificent make-belief world for the enjoyment of children, and explains to his son the reason for his departure; while at the same time blur certain political messages using allegories that add a deeper meaning of which are directed to older readers.