Analysis of Style and Structure

Symbol and theme:

Ned Land’s perfect eyesight is a symbol of him being able to rely on his senses. He can sleep and read all day because he knows that the sea creature is not near the boat. He never believes in anything that he has not seen or experienced himself. This could also be a theme that is continued throughout the story.

Narrative Structure:

The point of view is first person meaning the narrator participates in the action of the story. The narrator of this novel is Dr. Pierre Aronnax, one of the characters.