Symbols

Symbols show up in all kinds of literature, and in just about every piece of writing. Whether you may catch them or not, there is symbolism in everything. Symbolism helps accentuate the theme, and the plot of the story. Symbolism can be present in different forms. Sometimes a simple metaphor, sometimes a prop, or even a piece of the setting. For example (this is broad but...) in Pride and Prejudice, Darcy's estate is a symbol of everything he is and what he stands for. It symbolizes his wealth and successes. Although this is quite obvious, like I said, symbols can be very broad. They are objects, settings, or props that imply something deeper.