Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Handkerchief
As I read chapter eleven, I feel I have to point out the handkerchief's so far! There has been so many references to these as a symbol of wealth, beginning in the start of the novel when Oliver would have hung himself in the stall, had he had a handkerchief to do so. It also states that of course he does not have one, as they are very expensive. In chapter ten and eleven, Dodger and the other boys steal these, as they are easy to steal and make lots of money. The old man who had his stolen from him realizes it is gone quite quickly. I feel as if these handkerchiefs are akin to something like our phones now. Attached to us, and normally very valuable. Just thought I should point out how much Dickens is emphasizing these!
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It's interesting to see how the times change and things lose their value. Today, handkerchiefs are not as common and is not a symbol of wealth. I think a large ring or fancy watch would be today's equivalent. It kind of makes me wonder if handkerchiefs were used for their intended purpose during the time.
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