The Night Watchman

The Night Watchman

by

Louise Erdrich

The Night Watchman: Checks Summary & Analysis

Summary
Analysis
Millie goes with Grace to look for new clothes in the mission bundles. She finds a dress with intricate patterns. When she looks at the design, it takes her into the deepest wells of meaning, a place that’s simple, powerful, indescribable, and beautiful. 
This chapter gives more insight into Millie’s character by showing that she enjoys patterns, that patterns hold for her the deepest wells of meaning where she can feel in touch with her truest self.
Themes
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