The Glass Castle

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how is the symbol of fire seen in Jeannette's first glimpse of New York City? Why might the author continue this symbolism?

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Jeannette fascination and relationship with fire is a motif throughout the book. New york represents a baptism for Jeannette. She made it to New York through a baptism of fire that was her childhood.

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