The River
The river symbolizes growing up, freedom, and independence. Early in the novel, it’s the catalyst for young Mole’s coming-of-age. Readers first meet Mole as Mole is spring-cleaning his underground home—but Mole suddenly throws down…
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Cars
Cars symbolize Toad’s immaturity and his total lack of regard for anyone but himself. They also symbolize the modern, industrialized world, which the novel frames as being in opposition to the idyllic natural setting…
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