After Darkness

by

Christine Piper

Mallee Tree

The mallee tree symbolizes resilience and the importance of adapting to one’s circumstances. The tree, which is a species of Eucalyptus tree that is native to the area that houses Loveday camp, has the ability…

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Ibaraki and Kayoko’s House

Dr. Ibaraki and Kayoko’s house symbolizes the effort that a relationship requires and, conversely, shows the danger of not putting effort into a relationship. Kayoko, who tends to have more modern views, is the…

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The Laboratory

The laboratory in which Dr. Ibaraki works in Tokyo symbolizes the potential for science to be used for unethical purpose. Throughout his time working in the laboratory, Ibaraki’s superiors remind him that they are doing…

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