What metaphors are used in Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson?

Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 04:18

Last updated by Jill W on 30 May 17:26

Answered by Jill W on 30 May 17:26

The town of Fingerbone sitting on a nameless lake "full of dead people" is a metaphor
for the fragility of human existence.

Housekeeping