Explain the metaphor implied in this line: "It [the battle between Frederick Douglass and Covey] rekindled the few expiring embers of freedom." How is this metaphor related to the idea of rebirth?

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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

Explain the metaphor implied in this line: "It [the battle between Frederick Douglass and Covey] rekindled the few expiring embers of freedom." How is this metaphor related to the idea of rebirth?

from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass

Asked by User #407710 on 2/7/2015 5:06 PM

Last updated by Elsa A #1012237 on 4/28/2020 6:28 AM

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Answered by Aslan on 2/7/2015 7:00 PM

Embers are what ignite a fire. When Douglas battles Covey, he feels like a man again. From feeling dead inside, Douglass feels the fires of yearning freedom in his belly again.

Answered by Elsa A #1012237 on 4/28/2020 6:28 AM

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