The Symbolism of Choice in The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman →

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The Graveyard Book, a unique tale set in a graveyard where a boy is raised by the deceased and other eerie entities, is a captivating narrative that surprisingly delves into themes of family and fate.

The book's narrative unveils the author’s intended symbolism, particularly the significant role the community plays in the upbringing of a child. This underscores the theme of fate versus free will, as the choices made by the parents ultimately led to their demise, shaping the child’s future.

The child’s life was a series of choices that led to the inevitable fate of leaving the graveyard and venturing into the real world. The specific options that awaited him remained a mystery, but the dead parents, with tears in their eyes, guided their son toward his unknown destiny.