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One Metaphor to End Them All

The Reflecting Pool is an image so perfect, it feels as though symbolism as a whole gave up and decided to sign off.

One Metaphor to End Them All

TL;DR

  • The Reflecting Pool is a highly symbolic image.
  • Its perfection suggests that symbolism has reached its ultimate form.
  • The image may represent the end of the need for further symbolism.