Just finished Laura Nowlin's "if he had been with me tiara symbolism He Had Been With Me" and I'm completely mesmerized by the intricate symbolism throughout this coming of age masterpiece! The seasonal metaphors that weaves throughout the entire narrative is masterful - it's not just about the time of year but represents Autumn's internal journey and the transitions in her life. The thing that struck me most was how the symbolic headpiece scene beautifully represents her youthful naivety versus the harsh reality she faces later - it's such a moving literary device that highlights Nowlin's amazing talent at embedding themes into apparently ordinary moments. Anyone else notice how the recurring autumn references reflects the repetitive patterns of love and heartbreak in this heart-wrenching teen literature masterpiece?
