Para 4 - symbol of nature and landscape Flashcards
Point
Furthermore, MacCaig portrays his memory of Aunt Julia through the use of imagery. In the fourth stanza Julia is described as a symbol of nature and landscape which enforces the connection that she had with the outdoors.
Quote 1 + analysis
The liveliness of Julia is portrayed through the quote “she was buckets and water flouncing into them” as it shows both her connection to nature and that she was full of life. Julia always put all her effort into tasking which meant that they were done to her full potential.
Quote 2 + analysis
Additionally, the quote “she was winds pouring wetly” is used to show Julia’s connection to nature and the natural forces of the earth. This helps describe Julia as a pure and loving person as it shows that she was down to earth.
