![]() ![]() As such, Annabelle’s hoarding acts as our constant hunger to consume and letting impermanent objects give us purpose in life. Benny is used as a vessel of the universe to express the ecological effects of our unbridled exploitation of earth resources. The novel showcases the interconnectivity that exists in the natural world which comes full circle in terms of our symbiotic dependency. Whereas the mother proceeds to add clutter in the house in response to the passing of her husband. Ozeki incorporates Zen principles in the narrative to address the consequences of consumerism and the exploitation of the natural world.įollowing the death of his father, Benny starts hearing voices from objects around the house which progresses to things outdoors. Moreover, the eponymous book becomes a narrator in the novel acting as a voice of reason and wisdom to the protagonist. Through Benny and Annabelle, the story delves into our attachment to material possession in the way we give them meaning. The book tackles grief, mental illness, and climate change whilst speaking on achieving enlightenment, the power of art, and our connection with inanimate things. The grieving process for the characters takes different forms as means of coping, with Benny hearing voices and Annabelle developing compulsive hoarding. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. ![]() These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. ![]()
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