Octavia
E. Butler pushes the reader into a dark, dangerous dystopia in Parable of the Sower. Butler describes a
world where most people still hold onto their senses and if they don’t it could
cost their life. Parable of the Sower
slowly unravels details about the grim world of Lauren Olamina that keeps the
reader intrigued and curious. Motifs of faith appear on several pages as the
reader is pulled deeper into the world of Lauren. The protagonist’s mental
state is engaging and entertaining as she feels the emotions of others in her
mind. It is not clear whether she has some kind of supernatural ability or if
she is simply unstable, but either way it makes a fascinating and interesting character.
Threats and danger seem to lurk behind every dark corner in Lauren’s dystopian
world. If a character is not careful, it could be easy to get killed by anything
from a hungry dog to a deranged drug addict or even a stray bullet. Parable of the Sower warns us of the
dangers of our bad habits and ubiquitous pollution, which could ultimately put
the world in harm’s way.
In regards to your mention of "Motifs of faith," I would like to see how Butler uses religious undertones throughout the rest of this work. I look forward to seeing the character development of Lauren and seeing where her hyperempathy takes her
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