Symbols &symbolism

SYMBOLS/SYMBOLISM

Function of Symbolism

To convey meaning and imagery. It adds power and the impact is greater, when it's done well..

To signify ideas and qualities by giving them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense.

More examples in literature:Chronicles of Narnia

*Aslan - good; restores Narnia back to it’s original creation

*White Witch - evil; tries to keep Narnia under her control

Star Wars – LightsabersGood and Evil is

represented by color; blue being the light side and red the dark side

Even more examples in literature

Lord of the RingsRing represents the power of good and evil