Part 1 of Essay
"A texts setting and structure will normally be used by writers to develop and convey its themes." The novel , by Western Australian born novelist Tim Winton is essentially a story revolving around how two rural families have come to live together at number one . This novel’s themes are about finding one’s place ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... drowning of Samson, or as he is better known as Fish. While for the Pickles, it occurs with the loss of Sam’s (the father’s) fingers in a fishing accident. The reader can relate these events it to the biblical story of ‘Samson,’ and how he gained his strength through his hair. Meaning that by losing some of their strengths, (like Samson’s hair cut,) both Sam’s where able to gain new insights and opportunities. For Sam Pickles, this meant the move into the city from the outback, brought him his own home and a s ....