The initial assumptions of the story are (a) a boy might get divinatory powers by riding a rocking horse, (b) a house can whisper. Could the second of these be accepted as more than a metaphor? Once we have granted these initial assumptions,

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does the story develop plausibly?

Asked by Miriam W #422026 on 2/12/2015 3:21 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 2/12/2015 3:45 AM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 2/12/2015 3:45 AM

(b) a house can whisper.

The whispers of the house are reflected in the thoughts of the mind.

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